Sosialister

Sosialister is a term used in Norwegian, Danish and Swedish to describe people who advocate socialism. In general, socialism is a political and economic ideology that seeks to reduce or eliminate private ownership of the means of production in favor of public or cooperative ownership and democratic management of economic activity. Socialists typically argue that resources and wealth should be distributed to reduce inequality and ensure social welfare. The term covers a range of currents, from democratic socialists who pursue change through elections and unions within existing institutions, to more radical traditions such as Marxists and libertarian socialists who may favor different forms of collective ownership or governance.

Within politics, sosialister are distinguished from social democrats— who typically aim for reform within capitalism— and from communists who, in some interpretations, advocate a revolutionary transition. The exact program of sosialister varies by country and group, reflecting local histories, labor movements, and parliamentary arrangements. Historically, socialist ideas emerged in the 19th century and shaped numerous parties, movements, and international organizations across Europe and beyond. In modern usage, the term can be a broad label for those who align with socialist principles, or a more specific identifier for members of organized socialist parties or movements.