Angela Merkel Quotes & Sayings (Page 2)

“The question is not whether we are able to change but whether we are changing fats enough.”

“Today's Russia is not to be compared with the Soviet Union of back then.”

“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.”

“Let me say this on a personal note. Without the United States of America, I would in all probably not be able to stand here before you today.”

“As politicians we have to react to the fact that many people do not feel that they can relate to the EU.”

“In the German football team players from different clubs need to get on with each other both on and off the pitch. In the grand coalition Christian Democrats and Social Democrats sit in the same boat and need to pull in the same direction.”

“I am not an expert in this field but I do try to keep up to date with the Bundesliga. And I do follow World Cups and European Championships more closely.”

“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.”

“I feel sorry sometimes for these sportsmen and women who put in just as much effort as the footballers. For example, athletes train at least as hard as footballers but have to be happy if they can earn enough to finance a decent education.”

“Above all it is important to point out that we can only maintain our prosperity in Europe if we belong to the most innovative regions in the world.”