[Cable225]

Who would have thought as recently as 15 years ago, that in 2002 we would be closer to the Russians than the Germans?

Amazing.

[aristeides]

Daeubler-Gmelin told reporters: "It is absurd and slanderous to connect me to a comparison between a democratically elected politician and Nazi leaders...I deeply regret that this has thrown shadows on German-American relations."

I'd call that a non-denial denial.

[Dog Gone]

Schroeder wrote to Bush, saying: "I want to let you know how much I regret the fact that alleged (I don't even admit that they were made) comments by the German justice minister have given an impression (which is something YOU perceive) that has offended you."

That's one heck of an apology. Everything is just peachy now. Thanks, Gerhard.

[hellinahandcart]

Schroeder wrote to Bush, saying: "I want to let you know how much I regret the fact that alleged comments by the German justice minister have given an impression that has offended you."

So he's apologizin' for something he still insists did not happen.

"Sorry you feel that way, Georg"?

[adam stevens]

It is a little late terrorist wannabe.

[pikachu]

i was waiting for her to use the line from the movie/show 'The Producers' -- "The Furher was a wonderful dancer!"

[Schatze]

I love the way these German politicians start backpedaling when they get flak for something they said. Gutless Eurotrash.