Battling on, for Germany and for Europe

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Helmut Kohl has announced he will seek another term as German chancellor, which would give him 20 years in office if he wins, a German record. The news cheered those who support Kohl's efforts to bring about the European currency unit, though his victory in the election is far less than certain.

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Who's next? Germany

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Kohl may actually be planning on stepping down, and he could be succeeded by the parliamentary head of the Christian Democratic Union and the Christian Social Union Wolfgang Schauble. Schauble's career and political views are discussed.

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The troubled house of Kohl

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The coalition government in Germany led by Christian Democrat Helmut Kohl is in danger of falling apart. Disagreements between Christian Democrat party members and xenophobic riots have hurt government credibility.

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