"I don't have a favorite color. I like all colors."

"The euro is not just a currency. It is the political expression of Europe. And if the euro fails, then Europe fails."

"We need to explain to people that a decision for Europe is not a decision against Germany."

"The financial crisis showed us that we are all connected."

"We know that we have to strengthen our external borders, otherwise we cannot maintain the Schengen area."