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Daniel Cohn-Bendit is a French-German politician. He was born stateless to a German-Polish Ashkenazi Jewish family. He obtained German citizenship in 1959 and French citizenship in 2015. Cohn-Bendit is known for his involvement in various political movements.

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Career Timeline

1968B$0.01M

French Student Protests Leader

Cohn-Bendit becomes a key figure in the May 1968 student protests in France, gaining notoriety and visibility. This establishes him as a prominent voice within the New Left movement.

1970C$0.02M+$0.01M

Political Activism and Writing

Cohn-Bendit continues his political activism, writing and advocating for various social causes. This solidifies his reputation as an intellectual and activist.

1994B$0.1M+$0.08M

Elected to European Parliament

Cohn-Bendit is elected to the European Parliament, marking a shift towards mainstream politics. This gives him a platform to influence policy on a larger scale.

2004B$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M

Re-elected to European Parliament

He is re-elected to the European Parliament, solidifying his position as a prominent voice in European politics. Cohn-Bendit's influence within the parliament grows.

2009B$0.6M+$0.3M

Leads Green Group in Parliament

Cohn-Bendit becomes co-president of the Green Group in the European Parliament, further amplifying his influence on environmental and social policy. This enhances his role as a key player in European politics.

2014C$0.9M+$0.30000000000000004M

Retirement from European Parliament

Cohn-Bendit retires from the European Parliament, stepping back from active politics. However, he remains a commentator on political affairs.

2026C$1M+$0.09999999999999998M

Political Commentator, Legacy

Cohn-Bendit remains a respected political commentator. He is still known for his early activism and contributions to European politics.

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Last updated: February 21, 2026