extreme situation in which Germany finds itself, we have no choice but to vote for the grand coalition. |
good basis for a new start in Germany. |
I believe I can draw on my experience in Bavaria to create a dynamic economy for the whole of Germany, |
I have come to the conclusion that as leader I can represent my party's interests better in Munich. |
I propose to the Chancellor that... before this legislature is recessed, we make some necessary changes to the weapons law, such as raising the age of ownership for large-caliber weapons from 18 to 21, |
I want to make clear that the SPD has to begin to understand that they did not win the election, they lost the vote. |
In this altered situation, I have reached the decision that as the head of the party, I can better support the interests of the Christian Social Union in Munich. |
Irresponsibility, cowardice, personal vanity, whining and chaos are becoming the maxims of political action. There is a stink in Berlin - a huge one! |
It is horrible that such a tragic accident must be endured at the start of the year. |
It is naturally a changed situation for me, for us. I will discuss it tomorrow with my party executive. |
It is not a question of who is the better actor. |
Only being chancellor would be sweeter. |
Perhaps there is a piece of universal justice here, |
Perhaps there is a piece of universal justice there that Mr. Schroeder will be able to live through the results of what he has brought upon us. Just give him a few months to go through that. |
she will be a good chancellor and will have me ... by her side all the way. |