Is Sweden socialists

Answer 1

Maybe an American would categorize it that way, but not in the meaning of traditional socialism. The long ruling Social Democratic party is a centre-left party. When it lost power to the centre-right coalition 2006, labor taxes were lowered somewhat but focus remained on publicly provided welfare.

Still, corporates costs of sacking workers is much lower than in continental Europe and the government seldom interferes in corporate activities - contrary to countries such as France, Italy or England.

Answer 2

While the Swedes themselves would say that they are not a Socialist Country, 'a Rose by any other name is still a Rose'. Sweden has very high tax rates that effectively redistribute wealth to those who have no wealth. The Government programs provide a 'cradle to grave' care taker society.

They fit the mold of what Americans would call a Socialist Society, but the Swedes refute that description.

Answer 3

Sweden has a mixed economy controlled in part by the market and in part by the state

Answer 4

They have some aspects of Socialism in their government (as do most countries, including the US). They're not a by-the-book Socialist state, however.