The euro will raise the citizens' awareness of their belonging to one Europe more than any other integration step to date.

Naturally we are aware of the strength of our economy and naturally we don't want to downplay it.

We really believe our national interests are identical with European interests.

Whatever the details of union may be, there's no doubt we need more policy coordination in Europe.

My impression is that American policy speaks not of antagonism but rather partnership.

The euro is a sickly premature infant, the result of an over-hasty monetary union.

There's no conflict between the social-welfare state and open markets.