I believe in Europe. I am convinced by Europe. Not only as a heritage from the past, but as hope and a vision for the future.

Angela Merkel

(as Chancellor of Germany) - July 2020, Speech at the European Parliament

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Democracy isn't just there. We have to work for it together - every day.I am convinced that no force and no ideology can surpress the urge of the people for freedom, equality and peace in the long run.My objective is to govern in a reasonable way until the last day that I am in charge.