Word: kohl
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...Kohl, a Christian Democrat, actively campaigned for the unification-minded Alliance for Germany in the pivotal East German elections last month, leading the conservative party to an upset victory over the Social Democrats...
...Kohl, who took office in 1982, was considered a low-key political figure before the recent upheaval in Europe, known for his strong ties to the European Community and NATO. But in the last election, the conservative leader emerged as a strong nationalist, courting the popular vote with promises of a better life through German unity...
...been constantly underestimated," said Ford Professor of International Security Joseph S. Nye, who would neither confirm nor deny reports of Kohl's Commencement address...
...Kohl is the latest in a long series of major world figures invited to Harvard's graduation ceremonies, which on occasion have served as a platform for the unveiling of groundbreaking policy initiatives...
...Kohl came to Commencement last year to see his son Walter graduate from the College, but the German leader shunned publicity during the visit...