A greeting message is good advertising for Berlin, especially for international visitors, ... We want them to come to Berlin. But anyone who has a problem with it doesn't have to go to the (S&M) event.

The first weekend in September stands for the pure zest for life. A warm welcome to Berlin!

I cannot believe that the threat of damage to the pitch at the Olympic stadium is the real reason for the cancellation.

doesn't fulfil everyone's wishes and dreams, but it's a great step forward.

This decision is a milestone for the economic development in entire eastern Germany.

that, too, is Berlin. And as long as nothing illegal happens, I expect tolerance.

No question about it, it is a glitzy scene but that is also part of Berlin,

There's no question it is a flamboyant scene, but that is also Berlin, ... And as long as there is nothing forbidden happening, I expect tolerance.

This will cost a lot of money, but it's necessary for our citizens.

I'm stunned FIFA made a decision like this so soon before the tournament and after two years of intensive planning. It's bewildering.