Daniel Cohn-Bendit is a prominent French-German politician and activist, known for his role in the 1968 student protests in France. Born on April 4, 1945, in Montbéliard, France, he became a leading figure in the May 1968 demonstrations, advocating for social and political change. Cohn-Bendit has served as a member of the European Parliament, representing the Greens party. His political career has focused on environmental issues, civil rights, and European integration, making him a significant voice in European politics over the decades.