The Cold Truth About Sweden: Don't go looking for a socialist miracle in Scandinavia; there isn't one.

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  • Author(s): Schatz, Daniel
  • Source:
    Commentary. Jul/Aug2019, Vol. 148 Issue 1, p43-45. 3p.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      SWEDISH economy; EMPLOYMENT policy; REFUGEE policy; LIFE expectancy; WELFARE state; ECONOMIC policy
    • Subject Terms:
      SWEDEN; SCANDINAVIA
    • Abstract:
      The article discusses the Swedish model of development including the integration of refugees into the job market. It presents a comparison between the U.S. and Nordic countries like Sweden, which has high living standards, high life expectancy, and less crime rates. It is noted that factors including tough labor-market regulations, generous welfare benefits given to highly taxed people, and discriminatory societal attitudes have been holding many immigrants back.