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December 25, 2023
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as posted by the channelGerman President Frank-Walter Steinmeier focused on the need for courage and cooperation in the face of challenges in Germany and around the world in his annual Christmas address.
The German president emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong democracy, stating that that could only happen if people were engaged and if they worked to "ensure that what is not yet good today is better tomorrow."
Steinmeier acknowledged that the year has left many Germans concerned about "unresolved issues here in our country."
The speech included gratitude for police, firefighters, military personnel, health care workers and other institutions.
Looking forward to next year, Steinmeier noted that Germany's Basic Law is turning 75 and should be celebrated.
Steinmeier said the constitution could guide the nation through challenging times.
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