As a German expat who actually follows German politics (nobody at the G&M does), it is clear to me that Merkel is a consummate tactician of power, but absolutely horrible in terms of actual governance. Panicky abolition of nuclear power, endless extension of the Euro/Greece disaster, mishandling of the "Syrian" refugee crisis that ultimately led to Brexit, neglect of armed forces, playing lapdog to failed American "diplomacy" toward Russia, ... the list goes on and on. Absolutely the worst chancellor since you know who.