There is a reason that the Germans have long been most feared out of all of European nations. They are brutal and effective when they set their minds to something.
I think they, like us, have a big problem. They are not reproducing. Putin has recognized this as a problem and is encouraging Russians to have babies. Our culture, on the other hand, is becoming more and more asexual.
Meanwhile all major news networks waiting breathlessly outside of Clinton Campaign HQ for signs of a VP announcement. Looks like just before a Beatles concert.
Like Japan.