Columnist and PvdA idealogue Bart Tromp dies

Columnist and Amsterdam University professor Bart Tromp has died unexpectedly at the age of 62. Tromp was known for his strong opinions, such as his opposition to the war in Iraq, and in 2001 made a bid for the Labour (PvdA) party leadership.

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