Joschka Fischer Quotes & Sayings (Page 2)

“There are differences in the world community. But we have a common interest in a strong multilateral system.”

“There is an ongoing debate about the reform of the U.N. system.”

“We had to move forward after the war and see the realities.”

“We will not send troops. Germany is not committed to Iraq - we will not commit ourselves with troops.”

“You must see the persons who are in charge - persons you can punish or vote for.”

“The participation in European elections was always not very exciting. People are very interested in European issues, but they don't see the person who is representing Europe.”

“The United States is our most important ally. They helped us many times. Without the United States, the unification or German democratisation after the Nazi period would have been much more complicated, or almost impossible.”

“We shouldn't discuss the world of tomorrow in terms of becoming a balance to the United States. The real issue is whether the United States will define herself as part of the U.N. system-or not.”

“We were in opposition to the decision to go to war. But after the war happened, it was clear that you could not sit and look-there would be a breeding ground for terrorism or a new collapsed or failed state named Iraq!”