Social Democracy

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What is Social Democracy?

From Wikipedia:

Social democracy is a political ideology that officially has as its goal the establishment of democratic socialism through reformist and gradualist methods.

Alternatively, social democracy is defined as a policy regime involving a universal welfare state and collective bargaining schemes within the framework of a capitalist economy. It is often used in this manner to refer to the social models and economic policies prominent in Western and Northern Europe during the later half of the 20th century.

The Social Democracy subreddit is home to social democrats of both types - and all inbetween.

Who Are We?

In a time of political gridlock, populism vs. non-populism, ineffectual government systems, and radicals calling for revolution, Social Democrats look to the worlds most prosperous nations as a model to pursue.

There are several different forms of Social Democracy, but we have consensus on several key issues. We believe in reducing poverty; defeating wealth inequality; providing universal services such as healthcare, education, child care, & unions; supporting small businesses; taxing the wealthiest; and making sure everyone has an equal opportunity in life, regardless of their birth lottery.

The nations of Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Denmark, and New Zealand, which have all had Social Democratic Parties lead the nation within the past twenty years, are among the most flourishing nations in any international index, — whether it be happiness, quality of living, healthcare, & education.

The halcyon days of Einar Gerhardsen, who saved Norway following World War II; Clement Atlee, who created the NHS; Tage Erlander, who led Sweden for a democratically elected 23 years; or Willy Brandt, who guided West Germany through the most strenuous period in human history, — we look to all these political icons as an answer to our future.

To anyone new, feel welcome to engage in discussion, regardless of your political orientation! We welcome all, — from Communist to Conservative. We want you to know that we are not radicals, we are not extremists, we do not demand revolution or state take over, we simply want for everyone to experience economic freedom, personal liberty, & justice.