America's strength is that it is capable of accepting people into its communities.

Accusing somebody of racism is a very effective weapon in Germany. Islamists know this: As soon as you accuse someone of demonizing Islam, then the European side backs down.

Muslims stand by their religion entirely. It is a sort of religious absolutism. While Europeans have stopped defending the values of their civilization. They confuse tolerance with relativism.

A conflict of values is not a misunderstanding. Islamic orthodoxy and the German constitution are not compatible.

Unlike multiculturalism, cultural pluralism doesn't just mean diversity but also togetherness - primarily the understanding of the rules of the game - the European values structure.

The Jihad is not just a way of testing yourself but also means using violence to spread Islam.

I myself am Muslim and I stand on the side of an open society.

The accusation of cultural insensitivity is a weapon.

A lot of people don't know if Denmark is a country or a cheese.

The weaker the partner is viewed by the Muslims, then the greater the anger which they express. And this anger is often carefully staged.

Experiences are savings which a miser puts aside. Wisdom is an inheritance which a wastrel cannot exhaust.

Necessity knows no rules.

I must remind the right honourable gentleman that a monologue is not a decision.

To this day, no one has come up with a set of rules for originality. There aren't any.

Patience takes courage. It is not an ideal state of calm. In fact, when we practice patience we will see our agitation far more clearly.

I'm not accusing anybody of being [Hitler].

Businesses acting as businesses, not as charitable donors, are the most powerful force for addressing the pressing issues society face(s)

I started to really enjoy the fact that [princess] Margaret was an exhibitionist. Even on a day-to-day basis, Margaret's costumes were always so much more dramatic and bold than Elizabeth's were.

You carry on no matter what are the obstacles. You simply refuse to give up - and, when the going gets tough, you get tougher. And, you win.

I stake the future on the few humble and hearty lovers who seek God passionately in the marvelous, messy world of redeemed and related realities that lie in front of our noses.