Peter Glotz

Czech-German academic and politician

Peter Glotz - Czech-German academic and politician
Born

1939
86 years ago

Died

August 25th, 2005
20 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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An academic and politician, served as a notable member of the Social Democratic Party of Germany. Contributed to the development of educational and cultural policies. Held the position of a member of the Bundestag from 1994 until 2002. Engaged in various significant debates surrounding public education and social issues. Worked to influence policy-making and reform within the German educational system.

Served as a member of the Bundestag

Contributed to educational policy

Influenced social justice discussions

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