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.
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Nationality: German Type: Politician Born: April 12, 1948 |
Well, we all know that self-esteem comes from what you think of you, not what other people think of you.
I've always acknowledged my debt to Hammer. I've always said I'm very grateful to them. They gave me this great opportunity, made me a well known face all over the world for which I am profoundly grateful.

