Whats very important is that we build a space that matters in the world, one that operates according to democratic rules, and that small and large countries enjoy a good relationship. – Jean-Pierre Raffarin
France has a very important relationship with Germany. But that does not mean that we agree about everything or that two of our universities or companies are not going to compete. – Jean-Pierre Raffarin
Let them be reassured, it has never been one of our intentions to ban religion in society, but solely to protect the national education system from any conspicuous display of religious affiliation. – Jean-Pierre Raffarin
I think that the proposed constitution is one of the European legal documents with the strongest social dimension I have seen since I began following European issues. – Jean-Pierre Raffarin
I feel theres a power in theatre, but its an indirect power. Its like the relationship of the sleeper to the unconscious. You discover things you cant afford to countenance in waking life. You can forget them, remember them a day later or not have any idea what they are about. – Tony Kushner