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We need a big debate in society about how we are going to shape Europe and tame capitalism. A government must provide direction and make concrete proposals. It is one of Angela Merkel's biggest failings that she doesn't do this.

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Martin Schulz
Age: 68
Born: 1955
Born: December 20
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