Role model

We must do everything in Germany to nip similar tendencies in the bud.

— In light of violent unrest in neighboring countries, Bavaria’s Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann (CSU) warned of similar conditions in Germany; he told Deutsche Presse-Agentur (DPA).

Father Time always wins.

— Warren Buffett, in a letter to Berkshire shareholders

Inspired by the bravery and patriotism that Apple and Google demonstrate, we are changing the name of South Park to South America.

— Matt Stone and Trey Parker, South Park creators, as quoted in Spiegel.

To beat Susan Collins, we need a candidate who can provide a true contrast and run an unapologetically progressive campaign: Passing Medicare for All. Stopping ICE terrorizing our streets,

— Jordan Wood, in a social-media post on Tuesday

If they nevertheless do this, I have no choice but to impose a 100 percent tariff on all champagne and wines from France.

— Donald Trump; in an interview with the New York Post in mid-June, regarding France's digital tax plans.

With his sporting achievements, with his example, and with his humanity, he gave all of us much more than a victory: he gave hope, pride, and the strength to never give up. On behalf of myself and the government, I extend my heartfelt thoughts and the sincerest closeness to his family and to all those who loved him. Thank you for everything, Alex.

— Giorgia Meloni on X, Italian Prime Minister, after Zanardi's death

In the best case, the Greens and the CDU could serve as a model for the federal government.

— Ulrich Mendelin, the article's commentator (opinion) on the green-black coalition agreement in Baden-Württemberg

"full Economic Might of the United States"— Donald Trump (via Truth Social), promising to aid Viktor Orban with the full Economic Might of the United States.

The retirement age must be linked to rising life expectancy in a gradual but binding way.

— Katherina Reiche in a Handelsblatt guest contribution (as cited in Welt)

We will follow the path of Hungary, our great role model.

— Alice Weidel, AfD chairwoman, shortly before the 2025 Bundestag election, after traveling to Hungary to meet Viktor Orbán and praising him

Over Christmas, however, I began experiencing blinding headaches and numbness down my right side. After many tests I was told the cancer had spread to the left side of my brain and, despite subsequent radiotherapy sessions, my oncology team have now told me there is nothing further they can do. Hearing those words changes everything. So that’s where I am now. My light is starting to fade — and quickly.

— Mel Schilling, in her Instagram post detailing her cancer progression

A speed limit is long overdue and must come now.

— Katharina Dröge, Green Party parliamentary group chair; quoted in the Rheinische Post about implementing a speed limit.