Jonas Sjostedt

Politician

Birthday December 25, 1964

Birth Sign Capricorn

Birthplace Sweden

Age 59 years old

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About

Swedish politician who has gained fame as the head of the Left Party, a position he gained in 2012. He previously was elected to Sweden's parliament in 2010 representing Västerbotten.

Before Fame

He began his professional career as a metalworker. He rose to prominence politically as a union leader during the 1990s. 

Trivia

He was elected as a Member of the European Parliament in 1995. He has also a member of Socialist Party USA.

Family Life

His wife is Swedish diplomat Ann, with whom he shares three children. 

Associated With

He and Jimmie Akesson have debated one another.