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Angela Merkel

From this experience we have learned that in a big party it is important to have the necessary and often controversial discussions on policy issues such as the health system while in opposition.

Angela Merkel

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Angela Merkel is saying that when a large political party is not in power, it is crucial to openly debate important and sometimes divisive topics like healthcare policy. This helps the party prepare and clarify its stance before it possibly takes control of the government.

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