Politician

Theo Francken

Flemish politician

1978 - today

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His biography is available in 14 different languages on Wikipedia. Theo Francken is the 18,967th most popular politician, the 988th most popular biography from Belgium and the 155th most popular Belgian Politician.

Theo Francken is most famous for his role as Belgium's State Secretary for Asylum and Migration from 2014 to 2018, where he implemented strict immigration policies amid controversy. A surprising lesser-known fact is that he began his career as a local councilor in Lubbeek and has authored books on politics, showcasing his intellectual pursuits. His lasting legacy includes shaping Flemish nationalism and influencing ongoing debates on migration in Europe.

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Theo Francken's biography spans 14 Wikipedia language editions and earns a Historical Popularity Index of 45.18.

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Among Politicians

Among politicians, Theo Francken ranks 18,960 out of 20,022. Before him are Ágnes Osztolykán, Hendrik Wüst, Mary Lou McDonald, Zorana Mihajlović, Esther Ouwehand, and Alex Azar. After him are Paolo Rondelli, Lim Su-kyung, Rumiana Jeleva, Carolina Darias, Irakli Alasania, and Cynthia McKinney.

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Contemporaries

Among people born in 1978, Theo Francken ranks 638. Before him are Edo Maajka, Jang Sung-ho, Antonio Margarito, Chris Stapleton, Darius Songaila, and Stereo Mike. After him are Damien Bonnard, Vala Flosadóttir, Souleymane Diawara, Ricardo Rocha, Mikko Leppilampi, and Helena Josefsson.

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In Belgium

Among people born in Belgium, Theo Francken ranks 988 out of 1,454. Before him are Prince Gabriel of Belgium (2003), Charly Musonda (1996), Stijn Devolder (1979), Nico Mattan (1971), Leander Dendoncker (1995), and Jasper Stuyven (1992). After him are Frédérik Deburghgraeve (1973), Sennek (1990), Kylian Hazard (1995), Niko Eeckhout (1970), Arthur Theate (2000), and Gilles De Bilde (1971).

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Among Politicians In Belgium

Among politicians born in Belgium, Theo Francken ranks 155. Before him are Françoise Nyssen (1951), Philippe Lamberts (1963), Filip Dewinter (1962), Kris Peeters (1962), Karl Erjavec (1960), and Maxime Prévot (1978). After him are Zuhal Demir (1980), and Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş (1982).

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