Germany's path to greater military assertiveness has not been linear, and it never will be. Germans do not believe that talking at roundtables solves every problem, but neither do they think that shooting does.
Frank-Walter SteinmeierRead
I feel that we Germans are spending less and less time talking to each other. And even less time listening to each other.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the diminishing quality of communication among people, particularly in Germany.
Frank-Walter Steinmeier reflects on the concerning trend of reduced communication among individuals in Germany, highlighting that people are not only talking less to each other but also listening less. This observation points to a broader issue of social disconnection and the importance of fostering meaningful dialogues in society.
Themes
CommunicationListeningTalkingSocial ConnectionRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech addressing the importance of community, one might quote Steinmeier to emphasize the need for better communication.
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