Franz Josef Strauß
Franz Josef Strauß was a prominent German politician and a leading member of the Christian Social Union (CSU) in Bavaria. Serving as Minister-President of Bavaria from 1978 to 1988, he was known for his strong conservative stance and his influence on German politics during the post-war era. Strauß was a key figure in the formation of the CSU's identity as a major political force in Germany, recognized for his charismatic speeches and his ability to galvanize supporters. His legacy includes a focus on economic growth and a strong national defense, and he played a significant role in shaping Bavarian and national policies.
Born on Jul 06, 1915 (110 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Germany | 2 | 5.50 | 0.12% | +10% | 83,783,942 | 114,559 | $3,845,000 | 5,257$ |
| Totals | 2 | 83,783,942 | 114,559 | $3,845,000 | 5,257$ |
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Germany:
Franz Josef Strauß was known for his appreciation of meat.
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Germany:
Franz Josef Strauß was the party leader to whom Hans Maier often expressed his own opinions.
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Germany:
Franz Josef Strauß is celebrated for establishing significant Bavarian-Chinese relations during his visit to Mao Zedong in 1975.
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Germany:
Franz Josef Strauß is celebrated for establishing significant Bavarian-Chinese relations during his visit to Mao Zedong in 1975.
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Germany:
Franz-Josef Strauß is a member of the CSU who has expressed dissatisfaction with the party's decisions and has recently left the party.
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Germany:
Franz Josef Strauß is referenced for his critical remarks about the protests against the WAA.
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Germany:
Franz Josef Strauß, a CSU politician, was mistakenly called to the podium as the Bundeskanzler.
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Germany:
Franz Josef Strauß is noted for rejecting a proposal to name a barracks after Eduard Dietl.
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Germany:
Franz Josef Strauß is remembered by older attendees as a powerful figure during the political Ash Wednesday events of the past.
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