But what sets Europe apart is we insist on a social model that consists of solidarity, equal opportunity and a certain amount of redistribution.

Peace and solidarity in Europe is not a law of nature. It requires caring, effort and perseverance

I know too much about British politics to comment on British politics.

We have the opportunity to change Denmark - that opportunity must be seized.

We are not jumping on the austerity bandwagon. A healthy economy is by far the most important thing for Social Democrats.

People want to make sacrifices but they don't want to be sacrificed.

I'm taking care of the children, doing a bit of cooking and trying to do a bit of DIY around the house. But that's not going too well.