Meet the 4 lawmakers vying to lead the Green charge in the EU Parliament
POLITICO caught up with the candidates hoping to replace Bas Eickhout.
The Greens in the European Parliament are set to choose new leaders Tuesday in a vote aimed at reviving their influence and boosting their chances in the 2029 EU election. The group's leader Bas Eickhout stepped down in May due to undisclosed relationships with staffers. Four candidates are vying for the two co-chair positions: Terry Reintke, Nicolae Ștefănuță, Isabella Lövin, and an unnamed fourth candidate.
Reintke, who has led the group since 2022, believes the Greens can achieve influence through pragmatic dealmaking but also wants to take a more assertive stance. She aims to increase external communication and engagement with the public. Ștefănuță, a grassroots newcomer, emphasizes his success in campaigning and his ability to build bridges among group members.
Lövin, a former Swedish minister, highlights her experience, reliability, and extensive network as key assets for the party. She intends to make the Greens more relevant to voters and influence EU policy.
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