Quotes by Peer Steinbruck

About Peer Steinbruck:


Peer Steinbrück is a German social democratic (SPD) politician. He was the SPD candidate for Chancellor of Germany in the 2013 federal election. From 2005 to 2009 he served as German Federal Minister of Finance in the cabinet of Angela Merkel. He was nominated by his party as opposition candidate for Chancellor on 28 September 2012. He is generally considered a member of the more conservative wing of the party.

Author Bio


  • NamePeer Steinbruck
  • DescriptionGerman politician (SPD)
  • BornJanuary 10, 1947
  • CountryGermany
  • ProfessionPolitician; Economist; Author
  • AwardsOrder Of Merit Of North Rhine-Westphalia