Janne Puhakka Vanhemmat

Early Life

Janne Puhakka was born in Helsinki, Finland, on March 24, 1975. His parents are Marja-Liisa and Matti Puhakka, both of whom are teachers. Puhakka's father is also a successful author, having published several books on Finnish history and culture. Puhakka has one older brother, Mikko.

Education

Puhakka attended the University of Helsinki, where he studied law. He graduated in 1999 with a degree in law. After graduating from law school, Puhakka worked as a lawyer for several years before entering politics.

Political Career

Puhakka began his political career in 2003, when he was elected to the Helsinki City Council. He served on the City Council for two terms, from 2003 to 2011. In 2011, Puhakka was elected to the Finnish Parliament. He has served in Parliament since then, and is currently the Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Finance.

Personal Life

Puhakka is married to Krista Kiuru, who is also a politician. They have two children, a son and a daughter. Puhakka is a keen runner and skier, and he also enjoys fishing and spending time with his family.

Awards and Recognition

Puhakka has received several awards for his work in politics. In 2010, he was awarded the Medal of the Order of the White Rose of Finland, which is one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a Finnish citizen. In 2017, Puhakka was named one of the "Top 100 Global Thinkers" by Foreign Policy magazine.

Additional Information

* Puhakka is a member of the Finnish Social Democratic Party. * He is a strong advocate for social justice and equality. * He is a supporter of the European Union. * He is a vocal critic of the Russian government.