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Chancellor of Germany (2005–2021) · 1954–

Angela Merkel Political views on the 12 axes

A physicist and Christian Democrat who steered Europe through the debt crisis, began Germany's exit from nuclear power and opened its borders to refugees in 2015.

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These positions are our editorial estimate for Angela Merkel, based on her record as chancellor and her memoir, and may change. To dispute one, email support@12axes.site.

Where Angela Merkel stands

Our estimate from their writing and record. Axes they took no clear view on are left out.

Structure
Federal55%45%Unitary

Centrist

Representation
Democratic85%15%Autocratic

Direct Democracy

Power
Security55%45%Freedom

Centrist

Diplomacy
Internationalist90%10%Nationalist

Internationalism

Military
Militarist25%75%Pacifist

Non-Aggressive

Trade
Protectionist20%80%Globalist

Globalist

Economy
Equality50%50%Markets

Mixed Economic

Control
Planned40%60%Laissez-Faire

Balanced

Religion
Secular45%55%Religious

Moderate

Culture
Progressive50%50%Traditional

Moderate

Immigration
Assimilationist35%65%Multiculturalist

Polyculturalist

Technology
Technology70%30%Bioconservative

Technological

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