Wil van Soest, an 89-year-old former council member, is running again for the Amsterdam municipal elections on March 18th with her party Hart voor Amsterdam. She advocates for a dedicated alderman for elderly policy, increased numbers of neighborhood police officers, and the preservation of Amsterdam traditions like salon boats and bonfires. Van Soest, who first entered politics over thirty years ago, believes the current city administration has mismanaged issues such as road closures and housing allocation, arguing that homes are now primarily going to those with the most money. She desires a return to municipal housing corporations to ensure fairer distribution and emphasizes the importance of community cohesion and retaining residents within the city. Her extensive experience, including eight years on the municipal council, is presented as her key strength.