Onno Hoes: Rise, Fall, and Renewal in Dutch Politics
A Meteoric Rise, a Tumultuous Fall Onno Hoes’s career in Dutch politics reads like a gripping novel – a tale of ambition, success, scandal, and a surprising attempt at redemption. His journey began within the JOVD, the young wing of the VVD, where he quickly demonstrated political acumen and a drive to succeed. This early success propelled him upwards, culminating in his appointment as mayor of Maastricht—a prestigious position signifying the peak of his career....