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As the "power woman" in the red-green government led by Chancellor Gerhard Schröder for three years (2002-2005), former Family Minister Renate Schmidt (80) played a crucial role. Her contributions included introducing parental allowance, legalizing daycare, and ensuring kindergarten rights.
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