Brussels (Brussels Morning – May 14, 2013) As the 2014 elections loom, Boudewijn Bouckaert, prominent figure within the Lijst Dedecker (LDD) party, is exploring potential political pathways, including the possibility of joining the Nieuw-Vlaamse Alliantie (N-VA) list. Despite Jean-Marie Dedecker’s optimism about LDD’s vitality, recent polls suggest otherwise, with the party falling significantly below the electoral threshold. Bouckaert weighs two options for the future: LDD’s independent emergence or its integration into a larger political entity.
Is Boudewijn Bouckaert Eyeing an N-VA Alliance for the 2014 Elections?
Bouckaert sees potential for change within the N-VA, stating, “With the N-VA, change is possible.” He hints at the possibility of joining their ranks for the upcoming elections, emphasizing that nothing is off the table. While Dedecker expresses a preference for LDD’s standalone candidacy, he remains open to alternative strategies, including potential collaboration with the Flemish nationalists.
What Alternatives Does Boudewijn Bouckaert Consider?
Keeping his options open, Bouckaert also considers the possibility of aligning with Open Vlaamse Liberalen en Democraten (Open VLD), acknowledging their positive contributions within the federal government. He notes the influence of the N-VA on the Liberal party’s decisions, suggesting a potential convergence of interests. However, uncertainty looms for LDD members, with the party’s diminished electoral prospects prompting individuals to weigh their options carefully, whether to seek refuge within other parties or persist with LDD’s campaign despite the odds.
