Toxic Social Media Climate Threatens Swedish Political Engagement and Democracy
Hostile social media environments are driving young Swedes away from politics, prompting calls for ethical media moderation to protect democratic participation.
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Sweden Democrats' Mattias Karlsson Calls for Self-Criticism to Improve Political Debate Climate
Mattias Karlsson of the Sweden Democrats urges politicians to practice self-criticism to address the harsh tone permeating Swedish political discourse, highlighting divisiveness across parties and praising respectful debate exemplified by Barack Obama.
Sweden Demands Release of Publisher Gui Minhai as Imprisonment Reaches Ten Years
Swedish officials and publishers intensify calls for the release of Gui Minhai as his detention in China reaches ten years.
Swedish Politicians Face Legal and Party Actions Over Hate Speech and Gang Links
Recent actions against Swedish politicians for hate speech and criminal gang ties highlight legal fines and party resignations, reflecting Sweden’s firm stance on political misconduct.
Sweden Democrats Politician Convicted for Hate Speech Against Drag Queens
A former Sweden Democrats politician has been convicted for hate speech after comparing drag queens to pedophiles on Facebook, amid ongoing disputes over hate speech and LGBTQ+ rights in Sweden.
Escalating Tensions Between Swedish Politicians and the Press amid Election Season
Tensions rise between Swedish politicians and the press as elections approach, with public confrontations and AI misuse fueling concerns about media freedom.
Early Legal Rulings Under Sweden's New Law Against Insulting Officials
Sweden's new insult law leads to fines and mixed legal outcomes in early cases.
Liberal Party Faces Crisis and Proposes World Library for Banned Literature
The Liberal Party outlines a strategic proposal to address political struggles and promote free speech through a world library.
Controversies Emerge at Bokmässan 2025 Over Program Choices and Free Speech
Bokmässan 2025 faces controversy over sensitive political themes in its program.
The Threat to Democracy: Activist Demonization Under Scrutiny
Recent discussions highlight the dangers of demonizing activists in Sweden, warning of its implications for democracy.
Swedish Politicians Face Growing Censorship Concerns
Concerns grow about censorship and free speech among Swedish politicians.
Hate Speech Allegations Against Swedish MP Mattias Karlsson
Swedish MP Mattias Karlsson faces police allegations for hate speech against Jewish demonstrators.
Criticism Mounts Over Swedish Politicians' Response to UN Gaza Report
Aftanbladet journalist criticizes Swedish politicians following the UN's Gaza report.
Self-Censorship Rising Among Swedish Library Employees Amid External Pressures
Report reveals increasing self-censorship and external pressures among Swedish public librarians.
Victims of Sexual Assault Face Defamation Laws in Sweden
Saga Antonsson's defamation conviction highlights legal challenges for sexual assault victims in Sweden.
Sweden Welcomes EU's 2025 Chat Control Proposal
Sweden shows strong support for EU's new Chat Control measures for surveillance.
Political Controversy Erupts Over Malmö Stadsteater's 'Jag är Ahed'
A Sverigedemokraterna politician's call to cancel the play 'Jag är Ahed' due to alleged antisemitism stirs controversy in Malmö and beyond.
Sverigedemokrater Criticized for Attempting to Halt Theater Play on Palestinian Activist
Sverigedemokrater are facing criticism over their attempts to stop a theater play about a Palestinian activist, igniting debates on censorship and free speech.
Stricter Photography Restrictions at Sweden's Protected Sites Prompt Legal Concerns
Sweden's enforcement of photography restrictions at protected sites sees increased prosecutions and impacts on media freedom.