In recent years, the largest parties have shied away from making clear statements about where they stand. That was a huge mistake. I very much welcomed the fact that German President Joachim Gauck spoke clearly at the Munich Security Conference… — Heinrich August Winkler Copy Share Image
Germans argue with the Americans about many things, from the death penalty to the relationship between security and freedom. We have to be honest… — Heinrich August Winkler Copy Share Image
In recent years, the largest parties have shied away from making clear statements about where they stand. That was a huge mistake. I very… — Heinrich August Winkler Copy Share Image
During the Cold War, the West was extremely careful not to allow the gap between the rich and poor to widen too far, first… — Heinrich August Winkler Copy Share Image
Vladimir Putin is doubtlessly trying to drive a wedge into the Western alliance. When it comes to the Russian minorities in the Baltics, Putin… — Heinrich August Winkler Copy Share Image
German leftists have still not understood the degree to which Russian President Vladimir Putting has drifted to the right domestically. Now, insightful observers are… — Heinrich August Winkler Copy Share Image
When the newly formed middle class in China begins to perceive its interests and discovers the value of the rule of law, the existing… — Heinrich August Winkler Copy Share Image
In Ukraine, there has never been a consensus behind NATO membership. Even Yulia Tymoshenko was noncommittal when she was still prime minister. Georgia under… — Heinrich August Winkler Copy Share Image
In many regards, the West is dependent on Russia as a partner. Showing consideration for Russian sensitivities when it comes to old, historical bonds… — Heinrich August Winkler Copy Share Image
Germany is not the only country that one could call post-heroic. But there is an additional aspect for Germany when it comes to this… — Heinrich August Winkler Copy Share Image
