Any debate among politicians about monetary policy is counterproductive.

This question about Iraq has gotten personal.

I am not the German Tony Blair. Nor am I the German Bill Clinton. I am Gerhard Schroeder, chancellor of Germany, responsible for Germany. I don't want to be a copy of anyone.

It makes more sense to find out where the middle- and long-term common ground lies.

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

I can't let important policy decisions hinge on the fact that an election is coming up every 90 days.

It was with horror that I learned of the abominable terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York and the Pentagon in Washington in which so many innocent people have lost their lives. My government staunchly condemns these acts of terrorism. The German people are at the side of the United States of America in this difficult hour. I wish to express my deep-felt condolences and complete solidarity to you and the American people. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families.