Gesine Schwan

Gesine Schwan is a German politician who has been a member of the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) since 1981. She has held various positions within the party, including serving as a member of the Bundestag and as the Minister of Labour and Social Affairs in the state of Bavaria. Schwan has been a prominent figure in German politics, known for her advocacy on issues such as workers' rights and social justice. She has also been a vocal critic of the European Union's economic policies. Schwan has written several books on politics and economics and has been a frequent commentator on German politics and current events.