Germany: The last optimist - this Merz advisor has a recipe for a better mood in the country
Historian Jens Nordalm has written a book about why we still live in one of the best countries in the world. How does he come to this conclusion? A meeting.
Jens Nordalm, a speechwriter for German politicians including Angela Merkel and Friedrich Merz, has written a book titled "Deutschland. Das unterschätzte Land" (Germany, The Underestimated Country). In it, he argues that Germany needs to focus on its cultural and intellectual heritage to improve. Nordalm believes that by rediscovering and appreciating its past achievements, Germany can regain confidence in its democracy and institutions, and become more resilient to populism and extremism.
He cites various historical figures, including Eduard Graf von Keyserling, Hildegard von Bingen, and Thomas Mann, as examples of Germany's rich cultural legacy. Nordalm's book offers an optimistic view of Germany's potential, encouraging readers to trust in their country's strengths and democratic traditions.
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