I take my profession as an economist seriously and feel a commitment to the truth. This is incompatible with having to toe the political party line.

I understand very well that politicians always have to bridge the gap until the next election, even if long-term dangers increase as a result. But as an economist, my time horizon is longer.

I aim to help the Germans and the Europeans successfully travel all the way down the path toward European integration, and I can do this more effectively if I don't commit myself to a party.

Ideally, of course, a relationship is best, but then how many people are capable of deep feeling? Practically none.

Whose starboard eyeSaw chariot 'swing low'?

Even that. What is the point in living forever, if it is not with the woman I love?

I've had it where things didn't go well for me with movies or something that got canceled.

Everyone is ready to win, few are prepared.

Not to be too detailed, but I've had an ectopic pregnancy, miscarriages and I've had fertility treatments. I've done all the stuff you can possibly do to try get pregnant.

Going to a psychiatrist has become one of the most dangerous things a person can do.

Athletics have become professionalized.

My ideal day would be to get a good work out in, listen to music, talk to my family and friends on the phone, read and go to a good movie.

when we are young our parents run our life; when we get older, our children do.