Angela Merkel 's parties scored big victories in Germany 's state elections . Peter Gartzke : Angela 's calm , unpretentious approach and strong economy help her cause . In late August , German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble , a close Merkel ally , caused some political consternation within the center-right camp when he alluded to the possibility that Germany may need to sign off on a third bailout package for Greece . He says Merkel has built fine roads , picking up Euro , without losing popularity at home .
Angela Merkel 's parties scored big victories in Germany 's state elections . Peter Gartzke : Angela 's calm , unpretentious approach and strong economy help her cause . He says Merkel has built fine roads , picking up Euro , without losing popularity at home .