Hans Smolders on his future in politics: 'Maybe I want to leave, but I am sorely needed'

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Hans Smolders on his future in politics: 'Maybe I want to leave, but I am sorely needed'

His return to the council is accompanied by mixed feelings. "One moment I want to run away screaming," Smolders admits, "because I've had enough of the clique in the council." At the same time, he often reflects on his role. "On the other hand, I think: you are so badly needed as a thorn in the side, otherwise no one will do it. Our faction is the only one that is really critical of the finances." Serious lung operations Smolders, the longest-se…