Helmut Schmidt
Helmut Schmidt was a prominent German politician and statesman, serving as the Chancellor of West Germany from 1974 to 1982. A member of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), Schmidt was known for his pragmatic and steady leadership during a time of economic challenges and Cold War tensions. He played a crucial role in shaping West Germany's response to international issues, including the oil crisis and NATO's strategy in Europe. Schmidt was also recognized for his commitment to European integration and transatlantic relations. After leaving office, he remained an influential public figure and commentator on global and political affairs until his death in 2015.
Born on Dec 23, 1918 (106 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 4 | 5.00 | 0.26% | +20% | 8,654,622 | 26,596 | $700,000 | 2,151$ |
| Germany | 3 | 6.00 | 0.15% | +10% | 83,783,942 | 140,278 | $3,845,000 | 6,438$ |
| Montenegro | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 628,066 | 281 | $5,500 | 2$ |
| Totals | 8 | 93,066,630 | 167,155 | $4,550,500 | 8,591$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Switzerland:
Helmut Schmidt was the Chancellor of Germany who introduced the Transsexual Law.
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Switzerland:
Helmut Schmidt's quote about stock markets being populated by psychopaths has seemingly been confirmed recently.
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Germany:
Helmut Schmidt was a former co-editor who criticized the transformation of 'Die Zeit'.
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Germany:
Helmut Schmidt is noted for having a larger office staff compared to his predecessors.
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Switzerland:
Chancellor Helmut Schmidt lost the support of large parts of his party, leading to the collapse of the coalition government.
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Germany:
Helmut Schmidt delivered the first commemorative speech by a Chancellor on the Reichspogromnacht in 1978.
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Switzerland:
Helmut Schmidt, former German Chancellor, criticized Swiss financial practices during a conversation.
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Montenegro:
Helmut Schmidt was the Chancellor of Germany who refused to negotiate with the Red Army Faction.
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Germany:
Helmut Schmidt delivered the first commemorative speech by a Chancellor on the Reichspogromnacht in 1978.
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Switzerland:
Former German Chancellor Helmut Schmidt defended the annexation of Crimea.
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