If I correctly understand the goal of American policy, one wishes Russia to be a partner.

My impression is that American policy speaks not of antagonism but rather partnership.

I can't let important policy decisions hinge on the fact that an election is coming up every 90 days.

Germany is very free-trade oriented.

Next, we will create a modern immigration law.

I am not the German Tony Blair. Nor am I the German Bill Clinton. I am Gerhard Schroeder, chancellor of Germany, responsible for Germany. I don't want to be a copy of anyone.