Joost Eerdmans

Joost Eerdmans is a Dutch politician and former broadcaster who currently serves as a member of the House of Representatives. He co-founded the right-wing party JA21 in 2020, positioning it as a 'common sense' alternative to existing conservative and populist movements. Throughout his career, Eerdmans has held various roles, including serving as an alderman in Rotterdam and as a member of parliament for the Pim Fortuyn List. He is a proponent of Fortuynism, advocating for stricter immigration controls, a reduction in European Union powers, and a more robust approach to law enforcement. Eerdmans is known for his background in journalism and his focus on justice and security policy.