Verkiezingsserie: Eddy van Hijum, leider van NSC

Eddy van Hijum has moved from the ministries of The Hague to the leadership of a new political force. As head of the NSC, he represents a party that promises to restore trust and responsibility in Dutch politics.

In this conversation, we’ll discuss how a centrist movement positions itself between polarized camps, and what role the NSC sees for itself in reshaping the political landscape. What lessons from van Hijum’s experience as Minister of Social Affairs guide him in leading a new party?

The discussion will focus on the challenges of bridging divides, renewing institutions, and addressing the frustrations that have given rise to the NSC’s rapid rise.