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Susanne Hennig-Wellsow

Bundesvorsitzende DIE LINKE

Susanne Hennig-Wellsow is a German politician serving as a member of the Left Party, known in Germany as Die Linke. Born in 1977, she has been integral to the party's leadership, holding the position of party chair for Thuringia since 2013, and in 2021 she was elected as one of the two federal co-chairs of the Left Party. Hennig-Wellsow earned widespread recognition through her significant role in the Thuringian state election in 2020. Renowned for her commitment to social justice and equality, she continues to play a crucial role in shaping Germany's political landscape.