The expectation is that party leaders solve problems. That's why substantial differences must first be cleared up.

Germany must remain Germany.

Every married couple has disputes from time to time, and in every good marriage, an attempt is made to overcome the dispute.

Even if we remain flexible, we need ground rules.

Angela Merkel and the CDU are not our political adversaries. The CDU and the CSU are sister parties.

German history is full of serious mistakes pertaining to premature personnel decisions.

In every governmental speech I give before state parliament, I say: Bavaria will remain Bavaria.