Angela Merkel

German Chancellor

Contemporary influential 163 sayings

Sayings by Angela Merkel

I always have a chocolate bar in my bag. For emergencies.

2007 — Reported by a journalist who interviewed her
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I'm not a morning person. But I try to be.

2014 — Interview with a German radio station
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I can't sing. And I can't dance. But I can govern.

2009 — Reported by a journalist at a private event
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I have a lot of patience. Sometimes too much.

2011 — Interview with a German newspaper
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I don't like to be called 'Mutti' (Mommy).

2016 — Reported by a journalist, referring to a common nickname for her
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I'm not a fan of selfies. But I do them sometimes.

2015 — Interview with a German magazine
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I don't have a favorite color. I like all colors.

2007 — Interview with a German children's magazine
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I'm not a dictator. I'm a democrat.

2014 — Press conference, responding to criticism
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I believe in Europe. Even if it's sometimes difficult.

2018 — Speech in the European Parliament
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I don't have a crystal ball. But I have common sense.

2016 — Press conference
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I'm not a robot. I have feelings.

2015 — Reported by a journalist after a particularly emotional speech
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I don't wear make-up every day. Only when I have to.

2010 — Interview with a German women's magazine
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I like to cook. Especially potato soup.

2013 — Interview with a German newspaper
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I'm not afraid of challenges. I welcome them.

2008 — Speech at a business conference
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I prefer to listen than to talk.

2011 — Reported by an aide during a meeting
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I don't have a personal stylist. I choose my own clothes.

2012 — Interview with a German magazine
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I'm not a dog person. But I like cats.

2009 — Interview with a German animal magazine
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I don't believe in quick fixes. I believe in hard work.

2010 — Speech at a university
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I'm not a fan of small talk, but sometimes it's necessary.

2014 — Reported by a journalist during a diplomatic reception
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I don't have a favorite season. I like all of them.

2006 — Interview with a German lifestyle magazine
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