
The Social Democrats' decline in the opinion polls requires the party to present an offensive policy that provides hope and security, especially for the elderly and citizens with an immigrant background, instead of only warning of a possible Tidö government with many SD ministers.
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The Social Democrats are retreating in the opinion polls at the same time as the Sweden Democrats and the Left Party are growing, which creates concern for a possible Tidö government where the SD could gain significant influence.
The Social Democrats' decline in opinion polls should be a wake-up call. When both the Sweden Democrats and the Left Party are growing, it is not enough to warn that a new Tidö government may have twelve SD ministers.
I dislike the politics of the Sweden Democrats. But the party is a political reality. If the SD becomes bigger than the Moderates and the Tidö parties win the election, it is hardly surprising if the SD demands a significant number of ministerial posts. Voters need to know what Social Democracy itself wants to do – not just what the party warns about.
S must present an offensive policy that gives people hope and security. Two groups deserve special attention: the elderly and Swedish citizens with an immigrant background.
The elderly have worked, paid taxes and built modern Sweden. Yet many pensioners live on tight margins as the costs of food, housing, medicine and care rise. S should propose greatly increased pensions for those who are worst off, better healthcare, more employees in elderly care and stronger high-cost protection. The reforms must be felt in the wallet, at the health center and in care for the elderly.
The Social Democrats also need to speak directly to citizens with an immigrant background. Many work in healthcare, care, industry, public transport and trade. They run businesses, pay taxes and contribute every day to the economy and welfare. It should be noticed and appreciated.
S should clearly state that dual citizenship cannot be revoked through arbitrary or discriminatory rules. Permanent residence permits should not be removed through general retroactive changes, and the state re-migration allowance should be abolished. The policy must promote work, participation and cohesion - not create uncertainty about who belongs in Sweden.
This does not mean that S should turn a blind eye to segregation, criminality or shortcomings in integration. These problems require a strong policy for work, education, language and security. But they are not solved by making whole groups suspect.
Elections are not won by warnings alone, but by credible policies that give people something to vote for. The Social Democrats must show the kind of Sweden the party wants to build: a country with higher pensions, functioning healthcare, dignified care for the elderly and respect for all citizens.
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The Social Democrats will present concrete proposals for increased pensions and improved care for the elderly within the next few weeks.
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The Social Democrats will clearly take a position that dual citizenship cannot be revoked through arbitrary or discriminatory rules.
Likely · Within weeks
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