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| birth_place = [[Højbakke]], Ehoway | | birth_place = [[Højbakke]], Ehoway | ||
| party = [[Progress Party (Ehoway)|Progress Party]] <br /> ( | | party = [[Progress Party (Ehoway)|Progress Party]] <br /> (2017–present) | ||
| otherparty = [[ | | otherparty = [[VOHFOLK]] (1998–2017)<br>[[Liberal Party (Ehoway)|Liberal]] (1994-1997) | ||
| spouse = {{marriage|Jo Auger| | | spouse = {{marriage|Jo Auger|1999|2015|reason=died}} | ||
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'''Torben Bisgaard''' (born 27 October | '''Torben Bisgaard''' (born 27 October 1970), is an Ehowan politician who is serving as the 23rd [[President of Ehoway]] since 2016. Prior to this he was the 32nd [[President of Ehoway|Deputy-President of Ehoway]] between 2014 and 2016, he was also a member of the [[Lavereting]] from 1999 until 2014. | ||
Born in [[Højbakke]] in the [[Ehoway|Sydbred]] municipality to a middle class family, Bisgaard graduated from the [[University of Akavik]] in | Born in [[Højbakke]] in the [[Ehoway|Sydbred]] municipality to a middle class family, Bisgaard graduated from the [[University of Akavik]] in 1988 before entering politics shortly afterwards. Bisgaard worked as an advisor to [[Ehoway|Anders Marcussen]] who was the leader of the [[Liberal Party (Ehoway)|Liberals]] in the [[Lavereting]], Bisgaard later joined the {{wpl|Left-wing politics|left-wing}} [[VOHFOLK]] and was elected to the Lavereting in 1999 representing the party. As a deputy in the Lavereting, Bisgaard promoted pro-business policies and was a keen supporter and friend of [[Søren Krogh]]. In 2010 Krogh appointed Bisgaard to succeed him as the President and de jure leader of VOHFOLK. Bisgaard clashed with some members of VOHFOLK who opposed his economically liberal policies and attempts to centralise power in the party, he became in charge for writing most of the party's doctrine which allowed him to grow his influence amongst party members. He controversially expanded the role of President of VOHFOLK and was seen by certain media figures as being the real power behind the government. | ||
In 2014 he became Deputy-President of Ehoway during which time he became increasingly critical of Krogh's Presidency especially after the [[Redevelopment crash]] and the [[2013-2016 Ehowan protests]]. From 2015 until 2016 Bisgaard assumed many powers of the Presidency after Krogh suffered a stroke which left him paralysed and wheelchair bound. In 2016 Bisgaard led a cabinet initiative to declare Krogh unable to rule which prompted his resignation as President shortly after, subsequently Bisgaard was sworn in as President. As President he pursued massive deregulation and privatisation efforts which sparked backlash from workers of state owned companies but ultimately were implemented. He was formally elected as President in [[Ehoway|2018]] although the result was disputed | In 2014 he became Deputy-President of Ehoway during which time he became increasingly critical of Krogh's Presidency especially after the [[Redevelopment crash]] and the [[2013-2016 Ehowan protests]]. From 2015 until 2016 Bisgaard assumed many powers of the Presidency after Krogh suffered a stroke which left him paralysed and wheelchair bound. In 2016 Bisgaard led a cabinet initiative to declare Krogh unable to rule which prompted his resignation as President shortly after, subsequently Bisgaard was sworn in as President. As President he pursued massive deregulation and privatisation efforts which sparked backlash from workers of state owned companies but ultimately were implemented. He was formally elected as President in [[Ehoway|2018]] although the result was disputed as the government had near total control of the media landscape. He was re-elected in 2022 by an even larger margin although the primary opposition forces boycotted the election and his party secured a 2/3rds majority in Parliament. | ||
Bisgaard is seen as a liberalising figure within Ehoway and has made token overtures towards the opposition, in | Bisgaard is seen as a liberalising figure within Ehoway and has made token overtures towards the opposition, in 2017 he left VOHFOLK and formed the [[Progress Party (Ehoway)|Progress Party]] which was seen as an attempt to distance himself from VOHFOLK's previous left-wing ideology. In 2020 he condemned certain aspects of Krogh's Presidency and pardoned several political activists who had been jailed under Krogh's Presidency. He has sought to repair relations with [[Hallania]] which had been strained in recent years. Domestically Bisgaard enjoys widespread support and according to independent analysts has maintained a high approval rating since becoming President. Critics however have pointed out Bisgaard's strongman tactics of ruling and note that the country's democratic institutions have continued to be eroded under his government and have called into question his commitment towards liberalisation. | ||
==Early life and education== | ==Early life and education== | ||
===Family background=== | ===Family background=== | ||
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Torben Bisgaard | |
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 Bisgaard in 2021 | |
| 23rd President of Ehoway | |
| Assumed office 19 July 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Søren Krogh |
| 32nd Deputy-President of Ehoway | |
| In office 4 June 2014 – 19 July 2016 | |
| President | Søren Krogh |
| Preceded by | Ulf Steen |
| Succeeded by | Rebecca Wulff |
| President of VOHFOLK | |
| In office 18 October 2010 – 12 January 2014 | |
| Preceded by | Søren Krogh |
| Succeeded by | Mikkel Ottosen |
| Member of the Lavereting | |
| In office 31 May 1999 – 4 June 2014 | |
| Preceded by | Tommy Krog |
| Succeeded by | Viggo Petersen |
| Constituency | Højbakke-Ydre II |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 27 October 1970 Højbakke, Ehoway |
| Political party | Progress Party (2017–present) |
| Other political affiliations | VOHFOLK (1998–2017) Liberal (1994-1997) |
| Spouse(s) | Jo Auger (m. 1999; died 2015) |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | University of Akavik (BA) |
| Website | bisgaardtorben.org.ew |
Torben Bisgaard (born 27 October 1970), is an Ehowan politician who is serving as the 23rd President of Ehoway since 2016. Prior to this he was the 32nd Deputy-President of Ehoway between 2014 and 2016, he was also a member of the Lavereting from 1999 until 2014.
Born in Højbakke in the Sydbred municipality to a middle class family, Bisgaard graduated from the University of Akavik in 1988 before entering politics shortly afterwards. Bisgaard worked as an advisor to Anders Marcussen who was the leader of the Liberals in the Lavereting, Bisgaard later joined the left-wing VOHFOLK and was elected to the Lavereting in 1999 representing the party. As a deputy in the Lavereting, Bisgaard promoted pro-business policies and was a keen supporter and friend of Søren Krogh. In 2010 Krogh appointed Bisgaard to succeed him as the President and de jure leader of VOHFOLK. Bisgaard clashed with some members of VOHFOLK who opposed his economically liberal policies and attempts to centralise power in the party, he became in charge for writing most of the party's doctrine which allowed him to grow his influence amongst party members. He controversially expanded the role of President of VOHFOLK and was seen by certain media figures as being the real power behind the government.
In 2014 he became Deputy-President of Ehoway during which time he became increasingly critical of Krogh's Presidency especially after the Redevelopment crash and the 2013-2016 Ehowan protests. From 2015 until 2016 Bisgaard assumed many powers of the Presidency after Krogh suffered a stroke which left him paralysed and wheelchair bound. In 2016 Bisgaard led a cabinet initiative to declare Krogh unable to rule which prompted his resignation as President shortly after, subsequently Bisgaard was sworn in as President. As President he pursued massive deregulation and privatisation efforts which sparked backlash from workers of state owned companies but ultimately were implemented. He was formally elected as President in 2018 although the result was disputed as the government had near total control of the media landscape. He was re-elected in 2022 by an even larger margin although the primary opposition forces boycotted the election and his party secured a 2/3rds majority in Parliament.
Bisgaard is seen as a liberalising figure within Ehoway and has made token overtures towards the opposition, in 2017 he left VOHFOLK and formed the Progress Party which was seen as an attempt to distance himself from VOHFOLK's previous left-wing ideology. In 2020 he condemned certain aspects of Krogh's Presidency and pardoned several political activists who had been jailed under Krogh's Presidency. He has sought to repair relations with Hallania which had been strained in recent years. Domestically Bisgaard enjoys widespread support and according to independent analysts has maintained a high approval rating since becoming President. Critics however have pointed out Bisgaard's strongman tactics of ruling and note that the country's democratic institutions have continued to be eroded under his government and have called into question his commitment towards liberalisation.
Early life and education
Family background
Early political career
Advisor to Anders Marcussen
Founding VOHFOLK
Parliamentary career
Attempts to lead OKOFN
President of VOHFOLK
Political influence
Supported policies
Relationship with the government
- Erasing the line between party and state