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“I don't want to interpret the pope's words, especially as I am one of those horrible people who fell away from the Roman church after Martin Luther.”

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Wolfgang Schauble

Wolfgang Schauble, born on September 18, 1942, is a former German Federal Minister of the Interior. He played a significant role in German politics, particularly in the areas of interior and justice. Schauble served as the Federal Minister of the Interior from 1998 to 2013, during which he pushed for various reforms, including adjustments to immigration and refugee policies. more

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“The Pope was more critical of Christianity than Islam during his visit (to Bavaria). He said on several occasions that the secular world influenced by Christianity must face the idea that it may not be as attractive as it once was. The leaders of other faiths might also be well-advised to admonish their own now and then and not always direct their criticism at others.”

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“It's understandable that Europe's Muslims are in a difficult situation, which is partly their own doing and partly not.”

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“We were always faced with questions like: What about a religious community like Milli Görüs, which is represented by the Islamic Council? And what about the Central Council of Muslims? But we don't wish to exclude people from the start.”

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“About three million Muslims live in the country, but we have no relationship to our diverse Muslim society, despite the fact that it's an established part of our larger society. We need to build a stronger foundation for the relationship between Muslims and the state.”

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“We will not be able to meet the challenges of integration and the threats posed by international terrorism. If we want to prevent attacks, we'll need more information and better integration.”

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“If you make the state responsible for everything, you shouldn't be surprised when you end up with a state that bears some resemblance to a dictatorship.”

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“A number of politicians, including those within your own party, believe Germans would be safer if the German military didn't insert itself into so many of the world's hot spots.”

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“If the conflict in Lebanon continues, the risk of attacks will grow. This is why we must contribute to a joint (international) responsibility and help secure peace in Lebanon.”

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“By preventing new conflicts, we avert the causes of radicalization and the risk of terrorist attacks in Europe, including in Germany.”

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“Those who constantly qualify everything and have no opinions of their own are ultimately just as incapable of tolerance.”

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