Jesper Petersen

Jesper Petersen is a Danish politician who has served as a member of the Folketing since 2007. Initially elected as a representative for the Socialist People's Party, he transitioned to the Social Democrats in 2013. Throughout his parliamentary career, he has been re-elected multiple times and served as the Minister of Higher Education and Science within the Frederiksen Cabinet starting in 2021. He remains an active figure in Danish politics, focusing on legislative duties within the national parliament.