One interesting aspect of this election is the notable participation of several politicians who are entering the race for a second or even third time. All 17 government members and 57 out of 60 current deputies have submitted their candidacies.
Nathalie Oberweis of the déi Lénk party, along with Aly Kaes and Jean-Marie Halsdorf of the CSV party, have decided not to seek another mandate. Jean-Marie Halsdorf intends to focus on his role as the mayor of Pétange, while Nathalie Oberweis points to the party’s rotation principle. Although Aly Kaes did express some enthusiasm, the CSV is reportedly seeking to introduce younger faces.
In contrast to previous elections, there appears to be minimal movement from the media sector into politics this time around. Notably, Bas Schagen, the co-leading candidate for “Liberté - Fräiheet,” is recognized for his work at RTL and Radio DNR.
This year, athletes are also sparingly represented on the electoral lists. Only the DP features former swimmer Raphaël Stacchiotti and former tennis player Mandy Minella.
On the other hand, the medical sector seems to have a notable presence among the newcomers. Health director Jean-Claude Schmit and CHL director Romain Nati feature on the LSAP lists. Infectiologist Gérard Schockmel and CHDN Director Jean-Marc Clous are running for the DP and the Greens, respectively.
Among the parties currently represented in the Chamber of Deputies, six out of seven have a national frontrunner: the CSV, DP, LSAP, Greens, ADR, and Pirates. Luc Frieden, Xavier Bettel, Sam Tanson, and Sven Clement are competing in the central region, while Fred Keup is contesting in the South, and Paulette Lenert has chosen her home constituency in the East.
