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1. Olympian Ronny Rauhe turns politician

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   Kayaking star Ronald Rauhe has joined the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) and could be running for state parliament in 2014.

2. Kayaker Josefa Idem in Italian Cabinet

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   German-born Olympic canoe star Josefa Idem, who retired after the London Olympic Games, has been appointed to the Italian Cabinet as Minister for Sport and Equality. The five-time Olympic medalist went to eight separate Olympic Games and is arguably one of the most successful female kayakers ever.