In my view, the humanity of our world can be measured against the fate of Africa.

I will be guided by the Christian ethic and an awareness that human action is by nature transient.

A few weeks ago we were reminded that other peoples - in particular the United States of America - fought so that we Germans could live in liberty. That we should never forget.

If we know where we want to go, then even a stony road is bearable.

It is just not enough to strengthen the secret services for the fight against terrorism but it's also necessary to advance dialogue between cultures.

Germany must be a country which generates political ideas and leadership, which is capable of compromise, which is sovereign and yet knows that it needs its partners on both sides of the Atlantic.

Germany's fate is decided first and foremost in Europe. Reconciliation and cooperation in Europe have brought us freedom, peace and prosperity. Who would have dared to believe so much 50 years ago?

To serve is beautiful, but only if it is done with joy and a whole heart and a free mind.

The ideal man bears the accidents of life with dignity and grace, making the best of circumstances."— Aristotle

I love it, " I say. "So I learned it." It's an explanation that leaves a lot out. But I learned a long time ago that people don't really want explanations.

How you gather, manage, and use information will determine whether you win or lose.

It was quite a sight to see Obama next to President Hu. Obama has a Nobel Peace Prize in his basement, and Hu has a Nobel Peace Prize winner in his.

I love people, I love studying people more than history. So whatever situation I see, then I look at, what were the people like, more than history itself.

It's funny how everyone has a bizarre relationship with Google. The knowledge is there, but no one knows how to use it right.

Looking at her, bedraggled and beaten, some might have seen weakness. He saw strength, determination, and a will no one could crush.

In death, you get upgraded into a saint no matter how much people hated you in life.