Whenever I hear people utter anti-German sentiments, I say: You can't blame Germany for defending its own interests.

Xenophobia is the hatred of foreigners. I don't hate anyone.

The crisis in Ukraine is all the European Union's fault. Its leaders negotiated a trade deal with Ukraine, which essentially blackmailed the country to choose between Europe and Russia.

I can't blame Angela Merkel for saying she wants a strong euro.

I don't believe that Russia's a threat for Europe. I think that's a big scam.

It is my responsibility to make sure that the fear is overcome… “This attack must instead free our speech about Islamic fundamentalism. We must not be silenced.

If I didn't believe that we had a chance of coming to power, then I would have focused on taking care of my three children or gardening.