[TigerLikesRooster]

I think German intellectuals would hate Sarko. If the economic race between Germany and France heats up, these boys/gals would lose clout.

They will be less able to push their "progressive agendas."

[saveliberty]

Actually, those who were in what was West Germany really like France. Angela Merkel was from what had been East Germany, so it’s possible that there’s more emotional distance there.

What I admired about her was that she stood up to Chirac.

I think that she appreciates this change. Who wouldn’t?

If the average German business person feels any intimidation from France, he or she should encourage the legislature to be reasonable and roll back taxes, which increased again once Schroeder was dumped.

[bruinbirdman]

"A big test of Sarkozy’s ability to revolution-ise France will come in the autumn when protests can be expected against the reforms."

Interesting. The world will be watching.

Maybe Sarko will be watching to see if GW follows through on the SS number, illegal aliens kicked out of jobs trick.

yitbos

[Rummenigge]

I don’t think so. At least I consider myself an intellectual and I don’t hate him at all.

I see - much to my delight - that there’s a competition on.

Thank God ! I was just a bit worried that the german government would let reforms slip because of the fair economic situation germany has experienced after a prolonged season in the dark.