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Merkel defends euro rescues

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Dana EichhorstSeptember 15, 2011

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has defended her government's policies in the euro crisis, saying the single currency is essential to Germany's long-term prosperity. Her comments come amid signs of a rift in her coalition.

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