Closet Reformers

Is there a Gorbachev acolyte lurking in the official wings? Wolfgang Berghofer, 46, is one such candidate; as the mayor of Dresden, he met with opposition leaders two weeks ago. Other potential reformers who might pressure Krenz for change:

HANS MODROW, 61

Dresden party chief. Well in tune with citizens' frustrations, he is regarded as the man most likely to bring about Soviet-style reforms. Last week he called for "deep change" and "comprehensive renewal in industry and science, society, art and culture."

MARKUS WOLF, 67

Retired after 31 years as chief of intelligence. A clever innovator, he knows where the bodies...

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