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The European elections are approaching, and I want to take a moment to speak about something very personal to me. I grew up in East Germany, in the former GDR. I still remember a time when free elections and democratic freedoms were not a given. There was no way to express one's opinion freely or to effect political change through voting. The end of the GDR and the reunification of Germany opened the door to a life of freedom and democracy for me and many others. For almost 35 years, I have enjoyed these freedoms. But I must admit that, like many of us, I often forget how valuable and fragile these achievements are. We take them for granted, not considering that they are at risk from populist movements in many countries across our Europe. This is why I support the initiative "We Stand for Values" (https://lnkd.in/eadxZPeZ). This initiative stands for diversity, openness, and tolerance in a united Europe and is committed to defending and promoting the fundamental values that make up our democracy: freedom, equality, the rule of law, and human rights. It reminds us that democracy and freedom are not givens but must be protected and cherished every day. My personal history and experiences have taught me how important it is to preserve our democratic values. Therefore, I encourage everyone to participate in the European elections and cast a strong vote for democracy and freedom. Every vote counts! #WeStandForValues #EuropeanElections #Democracy #Freedom #GoVote

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