Alexander Gauland
Profile
Alexander Gauland is a German politician, lawyer, and journalist who serves as a Member of the Bundestag for the constituency of Chemnitz. A co-founder of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, he previously served as its federal spokesman and co-leader. Before entering national politics, Gauland held various roles in the public sector, including working in the Federal Press Office and as a department head in the Federal Ministry for the Environment. Known for his conservative political views, he has been a prominent figure in German right-wing politics, advocating for restrictive immigration policies and emphasizing national identity. He previously served in the Landtag of Brandenburg and has authored several books on political history and conservatism.
Details
- Born
- 1941-02-20 · 85 years old
- Birth place
- Chemnitz, Germany
- Education
- University of Marburg
- Career
- Lawyer, Journalist, Director of the Office of the Mayor of Frankfurt am Main, Editor of Märkische Allgemeine
