Angela Merkel
Angela Merkel
Angela Dorothea Merkelis a German stateswoman and former research scientist. Merkel has been the Chancellor of Germany since 2005, and the leader of the Christian Democratic Unionsince 2000...
NationalityGerman
ProfessionWorld Leader
Date of Birth17 July 1954
CityHamburg, Germany
CountryGermany
groups asking enthusiasm
The problem is, of course, that these interest groups are all asking for changes, but their enthusiasm for change rapidly disappears when it affects the core of their own interests.
christian humanity accepting
We feel bound to the Christian image of humanity - that is what defines us. Those who do not accept this are in the wrong place here.
acceptable
Spying among friends is never acceptable.
issues facts united-states
Partners like the United States and Germany must always discuss all issues, including these questions. I welcome the fact that a discussion over legitimate methods of questioning and interrogation is taking place in both Germany and the United States.
strong women team
As a woman with strong opinions talking about technology and politics is not always welcome in Germany. Nope, it's more like having a great cheerleader team behind me. People who follow my journey know I have a slightly colorful personality. The rest skipped out long ago.
wall war opportunity
"The land of unlimited opportunity was for me, for a long time, impossible to reach. The wall, barbed wire and the order to shoot at those who tried to leave limited my access to the free world," she said. "Today is first and foremost a time to say thank you," "I shall personally never, ever forget this."
groups compromise interest
That is why everyone in politics, and we do it, must make sure that they do not depend on one single interest group. A good compromise is one where everybody makes a contribution.
trying needs courageous
I am courageous at the decisive moment. But I need a good deal of start-up time, and I try to take as much as possible into consideration beforehand.
country responsibility humble
We must never forget our responsibilities as politicians to our country and its citizens. We must always remain humble before our people.
country responsibility europe
Europe can only hold together and stand together, which is very important in times of migration challenges, terrorism challenges, if each country takes responsibility for itself.
taken learning looks
If you want to be constructive in politics, the less you look back, the better. If you do look back, then it can only be to learn for yourself through the events that have taken place.
two issues people
Herr Schroder has conducted two electoral campaigns, and he is doing it again now, by not telling people what is really necessary. He keeps avoiding the difficult and uncomfortable issues, those that imply changes and therefore provoke discussions.
childhood stories three
I don't carry any early childhood trauma around with me, if that's what you're hinting at. The story of the bicycles - and there were three of them which were stolen from me - I've dealt with it well.
states rumours
There's a rumour going around that states cannot go bankrupt. This rumour is not true.