The Social Democrats' Proposal for a Wealth Tax Causes Division
The Social Democrats' proposed 0.5% wealth tax on fortunes over 25 million kroner has sparked mixed reactions ranging from disapproval to support.
Mette Fredriksen Calls for New Elections in Denmark
Danish Prime Minister Mette Fredriksen announced new elections set for March 24, addressing issues such as wealth tax and the political stance of her Social Democrats during her speech in the Folketing.
Internal documents reveal Moderates' plan – steal 160,000 votes from S and C
Internal documents indicate the Moderates' strategy to capture 160,000 votes from the Social Democrats and Center Party ahead of the upcoming election in Sweden.
The court started to hear a case regarding the 10 points added to the final exams for graduates
A court in Lithuania is examining a case concerning the recent decision to add 10 points to graduates' final exam scores, a move criticized by opposition parties as demotivating to diligent students.
S-mayor in a call-out: SF was allowed to steal our agenda. It must not happen again
A Social Democratic mayor in Denmark criticizes the SF party for overshadowing their agenda in the recent municipal elections, where the Social Democrats suffered losses, particularly in areas traditionally strong for them.
M. Sinkevičius on changes in the finance minister's team: a usual political process
M. Sinkevičius discussed the routine nature of political personnel changes within the ministry led by Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas.
Mindaugas Sinkevičius asks party members not to apply double standards in their own community
Mindaugas Sinkevičius has called on members of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party to ensure consistent evaluations of their peers, regardless of individual situations involving legal scrutiny.
S criticizes proposal for stricter requirements for benefits
The Social Democrats criticize a proposal by the government and the Sweden Democrats that would require immigrants to live in Sweden for five years before receiving certain social benefits.
The Social Democrats' Promise: Prioritize Night Train Services
The Social Democrats in Sweden are pledging to prioritize night train services in response to criticism of recent cuts to train services by the Swedish Transport Administration.
S offers private health insurance to high executives
The Social Democrats want to ban private health insurance, yet the municipality of Stockholm, led by the Social Democrats, pays for health insurance for its top executives.
"Completely unacceptable": sharp criticism from D. Šakalienė towards "Nemuno aušra"
D. Šakalienė of the LSDP expressed strong criticism against the political party "Nemuno aušra", emphasizing the importance of prioritizing national interests over party alignment.
Tomas Ramberg: Andersson is a Prisoner in the Right-Wing Cage
The Social Democrats are campaigning on welfare and job creation but struggle to explain how it will be funded, leading to a careful approach to tax increases.
After the STT interrogation – M. Sinkevičius's message regarding G. Paluckas: "He will not hold the party hostage"
M. Sinkevičius addresses the situation surrounding G. Paluckas' recent interrogation, asserting that he will not hold the party hostage before any formal accusations are made.
Social Democrats Secure Majority for Chemical Castration in Sweden
The Swedish Social Democrats support a proposal for chemical castration of pedophiles, ensuring its passage in Parliament with backing from other government parties.
S: The Prime Minister is Concealing the Landerholm Affair
The Social Democrats accuse the Tidö parties of obstructing the constitutional committee's investigation into the Landerholm affair, claiming it to be a clear act of concealment by the Prime Minister.
Nooshi Dadgostar: 'S must change - it is not worthy'
Nooshi Dadgostar criticizes the Swedish Social Democrats for blaming immigration for the country's problems and calls for a change in their stance on deportations of teenagers.
Thorning's former campaign strategist reaches out for a powerful position in the Social Democrats
Janne Bram Hemphrey has declared her candidacy for the leadership of the Copenhagen branch of the Social Democrats following Jan Salling's departure.
Social Democrats freeze property tax
The Danish Social Democrats have decided not to change the existing property tax agreement, focusing instead on increasing housing supply to address rising property prices.
Elisabet Svane: The Social Democrats vainly sought a new housing tax that could hit or miss
Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has reopened the complex debate on housing taxes, highlighting concerns over wealth accumulation based on property location.
Social Democrats reject new housing taxes
The Social Democrats in Denmark, led by Finance Minister Nicolai Wammen, announced that they will not implement new housing taxes or a tax on housing gains, opting instead to focus on increasing housing supply to combat rising prices.
Wammen: "The Social Democrats will not run for election on changing housing taxes"
The Social Democrats have definitively stated that they will not change the current housing taxes or introduce a tax on housing gains, focusing instead on increasing the supply of housing.
S won in the school election – but they are still unpopular among the youth with voting rights
The Social Democrats emerged victorious in the recent school elections in Denmark, capturing 23% of student votes despite ongoing unpopularity among young voters.
R. Žemaitaitis erupted against the social democrats: If you drowned me like that, I would throw you out the second day
Lithuanian politician R. Žemaitaitis criticizes social democrats for their internal conflicts and pressures regarding party membership.
Social Democrats want the payment of bills for uninsured Tartu residents to continue
The Social Democrats in Tartu propose an amendment to maintain the current funding for uninsured residents' outpatient medical care costs.
V. P. Andriukaitis' Strict Words to G. Paluckas: Urges Him to Resign from the Parliamentary Mandate
Former Prime Minister V. P. Andriukaitis has advised G. Paluckas to resign from his parliamentary mandate and face legal disputes transparently following an investigation into abuse and illegal enrichment.
S: We want to repeal the new unemployment insurance
The Social Democrats in Sweden are proposing to repeal new unemployment insurance rules that reduce benefits after 100 days of unemployment.
S wants to put pressure on the government regarding teenage deportations
The Social Democrats in Sweden are initiating a parliamentary proposal to urge the government to halt deportations of teenagers who have lived in the country for an extended period.
Open conflict between S and V: "Lied to the Swedish people"
The proposal to reinstate a measure to prevent deportations of teenage migrants was rejected by the Swedish parliament's social insurance committee, sparking significant controversy and accusations between political parties.
Helle Ib: Homeowners have reason to worry after the Social Democrats' mysterious denials
The Social Democrats' political spokesperson attempted to calm fears over potential increases in property taxes, but the effort seemed unsuccessful.
S: How the government can stop the deportations of teenagers
The Social Democrats in Sweden propose an initiative to cease the deportation of teenagers, claiming the current actions are inhumane.
N. Cesiulis – on his political future and disappointment with the party's role: we have never seen such a circus before
Nerijus Cesiulis, the mayor of Alytus and vice-chairman of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party, expresses his disappointment with his party's current situation, describing it as a circus.
Pension Becomes the Social Democrats' Hit for the Election. It Should Solve These Three Problems
The Danish Social Democrats plan to use pension reform as a central campaign issue, proposing to freeze the retirement age at around 64 years while addressing rising pension ages.
Payam Moula: Surveillance cameras and homework help are both part of our view of the good home
Payam Moula defends the Social Democratic Party's integration and refugee policies, emphasizing the importance of listening to residents who understand local realities.
Letter to the Editor. The Opposition Must Make Climate a Campaign Issue
A letter urges the Social Democrats to prioritize climate policies in the upcoming elections, criticizing the current government for neglecting scientific advice.
The election rumors are 'really massive': Here are the dates that experts are watching
Experts believe that Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has a narrow window to call elections amid rising momentum for the Social Democrats.
One must answer where the money will come from. Unless you are a Social Democrat. Here is this week's debate
The article discusses recent political developments in Denmark, particularly focusing on the Social Democrats and the need for funding in government negotiations.
S: How to Stop Profits in Independent Schools
The Social Democrats propose measures to prevent profit-making independent schools from transferring funding, aiming to eliminate profits in the education sector if they win the election.
Kairet Remmak-Grassmann: Tallinn's Budget is Centered on Children's Welfare
Kairet Remmak-Grassmann emphasizes that the Tallinn city budget prioritizes the welfare of children and education despite past financial missteps by the Social Democrats.
The Social Democrats' pension proposal is on its way. And it will be expensive
Denmark's Social Democrats face challenges in advancing their pension reform proposal amidst costly electoral pledges from other parties.
Letters to the Editor: Noted by DN's Readers on February 12
Readers of Dagens Nyheter express their views on the situation in Sweden and the world, as well as the content of the newspaper.
The fight between the Social Democrats and the 'Aušriečiai' over forests – below-the-belt blows: relations to be clarified at the highest level
Tensions between Lithuania's Ministry of Environment and Social Democrats escalate over proposed forestry legislation, culminating in accusations of lobbying and misconduct.
Signs of Divorce from Power and New Rose Wars in the Upcoming Leftist Leader Elections
Potential candidates for the interim leftist leader position are being discussed, including mayors Robertas Duchnevičius from Vilnius District and Nerijus Cesiulis from Alytus, as party dynamics signal possible significant changes.
S wants to see a deduction on the school funding for independent schools
Social Democrats in Sweden propose an 8 to 11 percent deduction on school funding for independent schools, stating that these schools are overcompensated compared to municipal schools.
Social Democrats Invite Kastytis Žuromskas to Explain Dismissals and Distribution of Responsibilities
The Social Democratic faction in Lithuania is meeting to discuss the dismissal of environmental protection system employees and the responsibilities of leadership within the ministry.
A Disunited Voice Among Social Democrats on the Taiwanese Representation: R. Baranovas Thinks Differently from I. Ruginienė
The article discusses differing opinions within Lithuania's Social Democratic Party regarding the opening of a Taiwanese representative office in Vilnius, highlighting a divide between party leaders.
Max Hjelm: The Social Democrats Dare Not Have Their Own Opinion on Forced Deportations
In the face of forced deportations of teenagers who have lived much of their lives in Sweden, there is a growing debate about the moral implications of such actions and the political parties' cowardice in addressing the issue.
"The Bleeding Must Stop": The New Leader of the Social Democrats in Copenhagen Criticizes the Party's Election Campaign
Andreas Keil is the new leader of the Social Democrats in Copenhagen, tasked with revitalizing the party following a poor local election performance.
The new leader of the Social Democrats in Copenhagen: 'We are facing the biggest crisis ever'
Andreas Keil has been elected as the new leader of the Social Democrats in Copenhagen, tasked with reviving the party after a historic loss in the municipal elections.
The Social Democrats are repeating their blunder from the municipal elections
The article discusses how the Social Democrats appear to be making similar mistakes as they did during the municipal elections, with various activities happening that suggest a lack of an official campaign strategy.
They are changing their minds: must stop the deportations of teenagers
The Swedish Social Democrats have decided to halt deportations of teenagers in response to mounting criticism and calls for reform from within the party and among other political factions.