Steven De Vuyst
A Belgian politician from the Workers' Party who brought a focus on social justice and workers' rights to the federal Chamber of Representatives.
Born 1987 (age 39)·Belgian politician·Birthday: April 13·Millennials
Biography
Steven De Vuyst won a seat in Belgium's Chamber of Representatives in 2019 as a candidate for the left-wing Workers' Party (PVDA-PTB) in East Flanders. His single term in parliament unfolded during a period of intense political fragmentation and protracted coalition negotiations. He focused on strengthening social protections, reforming tax policy to address inequality, and defending the rights of employees and pensioners. His legislative work aligned with the PVDA-PTB's tradition of grassroots activism and opposition to austerity measures. De Vuyst left the federal parliament in 2024 after one term. His tenure marked the continued expansion of his party's federal representation and sustained the voice of socialist ideals within Belgium's shifting political landscape.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Steven was born in 1987, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Steven Was Born
The biggest hits of 1987
#1 Movie
Three Men and a Baby
Best Picture
The Last Emperor
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Steven's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1987Born
Black Monday stock market crash
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $72,400Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Walk Like an Egyptian" — The BanglesBest Picture: The Last Emperor
1992Started school
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
2000Became a teenager
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2003Could drive
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2005Could vote
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Turned 21
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2017Turned 30
#MeToo movement; solar eclipse crosses the US
Gas: $2.42/galHome: $195,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Shape of You" — Ed SheeranBest Picture: The Shape of Water
2026Age 39 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Served as a member of the Belgian Chamber of Representatives for East Flanders from 2019 to 2024.
- Elected as a federal representative for the Workers' Party of Belgium (PVDA-PTB), contributing to the party's parliamentary group.
- Served on parliamentary committees, focusing on social and economic legislation during his term.
Did You Know?
Before entering federal politics, he was active in local politics in the Aalst region.
His party, the PVDA-PTB, historically has its strongest support in the French-speaking region of Belgium but has been gaining seats in Flanders.
He was part of a significant intake of PVDA-PTB representatives in the 2019 election, which saw the party increase its presence in the chamber.
“We fight for a fairer system where work is valued and everyone can live in dignity.”
