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Ms. Merkel's attempt to present herself as a Social Democrat was a clever move. But it's not working anymore. The divisions between the CDU and CSU have simply become too great for that.

Martin Schulz

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Martin Schulz
Age: 68
Born: 1955
Born: December 20
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I have no illusions. Of course, Russia is massively upgrading its military. We know that Russia is pursuing a policy of expansion. This is of course a cause for concern among Eastern European countries.
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The racist rhetoric that extends all the way to the top of the AfD shows that one must assume that an attitude is prevalent - not just in the grassroots, but also among party leadership - that is not consistent with the basic values reflected in our constitution.
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Turkey is doing an enormous amount in the refugee question, but it can't continue to pay for everything by itself. That is why we have to talk to Turkey about money.
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We are living through an epochal shift. If we aren't careful, the elementary foundations of our pluralistic democracy will be threatened.
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The question of societal fairness is always pertinent.
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There are surely people in London who would love to play us off against each other. That would be disastrous for the EU.
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I would have oriented myself in case of Donald Trump according to what former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder said to then - U.S. President George W. Bush when the Americans launched a war that was in violation of international law. Schröder showed that a German chancellor can act in a clear and self-confident manner toward a U.S. president.
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Trump is the freely elected president of the U.S. and as such deserves respect.
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I am grateful to the Germans in general, particularly those who displayed unending dedication to the refugees and who continue to do so.
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Referendums are a democratic instrument, but so are decisions reached in a parliamentary democracy. I advise extreme caution when it comes to referendums. In Germany too.
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We need economic growth in Europe and we need to find a solution for the excessive interest rates that are making it difficult for many countries to get their own debt under control.
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The construction of social housing and the attempt to support families seeking to buy their own homes are all projects from the 1960s and '70s. It all sounds old-fashioned, but it is actually completely modern.
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The EU is a community of values, not military buildups.
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I believe the people should have the opportunity to have a greater influence on politics with their ideas. We need a new impulse for renewal.
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