The article by Niklas Orrenius in Dagens Nyheter addresses a stark contrast in Sweden’s political landscape, particularly focusing on the Sweden Democrats (SD). While the Prime Minister sends blessings to millions of Swedish Muslims for Ramadan, the SD party publicly declares that 'Ramadan does not belong in Sweden.' This statement is alarming as it represents not merely a caution against religious extremism but appears to target Muslims as a demographic, igniting questions surrounding hate speech laws and the boundaries of political rhetoric in Sweden.

Furthermore, the piece delves into the implications of this rhetoric, illustrating how SD’s statements could be seen as a broader campaign against the integration of Islamic practices within Swedish society. The social media call to 'like if you agree' further emphasizes the divisive nature of their messaging, aiming to garner support from those who may share similar sentiments about Muslim presence in Sweden.

Orrenius raises the critical question of whether such statements would qualify as hate speech against a group of people based on their religion. The ongoing tension reflects a growing discourse on national identity, pluralism, and how constitutional protections may allow such rhetoric to thrive despite its potential to incite discrimination against a minority community.