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Merit Frost Lindberg (M)
What Merit Frost Lindberg has said in the chamber of the Swedish Riksdag, debate by debate. The lines under each debate sum up a speech; they are written and translated by AI in advance and may contain errors, so check against the speech.
Kammarkoll has the Riksdag's speeches from 26 September 2022 onwards; older debates are not included.
National strategy against violence against women and trafficking
- Argues that the current government took over after eight years of Social Democratic rule characterized by sluggishness. Asks why, during their own time in government, they did not choose to proceed with all the proposals that the Moderaterna had at that time. Read the speech
- Argues that women become independent through work rather than benefits. Highlights that the government has tightened legislation against sexual crimes and human trafficking. Criticizes that collaborations with parties that support Islamist movements undermine the work for gender equality. Read the speech
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government's national strategy prioritizes the rights of crime victims and that several legislative tightenings have been implemented to strengthen the protection for women and children. Read the speech
- Argues that the purpose of the reform is to remove criminal actors and strengthen the rights of those exposed to violence. Responds that problems with the implementation lie with the municipalities and that Statskontoret is reviewing how the reform has turned out. Read the speech
- Confirms that women's shelters are important and argues that access to protected housing is the decisive factor, not the form of operation. Argues that the reform is followed up and that the municipalities are responsible for the implementation. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for undermining the work on equality through misogyny. Read the speech
- Argues that measures for 13- and 14-year-olds are intended to protect them from criminal actors. Explains that deportations of teenagers are due to previous legislation and that the government is now restoring rules to prevent such deportations. Read the speech
- Responds that the measures protect teenagers and argues that exceptions for female-dominated occupations ensure that women are not affected by wage gaps. Clarifies that it is not the government's wish that teenagers who behave themselves are deported. Read the speech
- Argues that legislation and reforms are not sufficient for equality as long as the work is undermined by undemocratic forces. Criticizes Centerpartiet for supporting a government that is considered to be pursuing a left-wing extremist policy. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Center Party's stance as hypocrisy as they speak of equality while simultaneously supporting a government side with problematic values. Argues that there is a widespread and alarming problem with Hamas links in the Left Party. Read the speech
Equality and discrimination: SD, S, and V propose new measures
- Notes that there is disagreement on how equality should be achieved. Argues that the government has acted forcefully against misogynistic organizations and criticizes the Social Democrats for accepting and funding activities that lack respect for women's civil and political rights. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats for continuing to support the study association Ibn Rushd despite known deficiencies. Argues that the Social Democrats lack credibility in the fight against antisemitism due to the cooperation with the Left Party and connections to problematic organizations. Read the speech
- Wishes to approve the committee's proposal and argues that Sweden is one of the world's most equal countries thanks to decades of reform work. Emphasizes that the government promotes women's economic independence through jobs and tax cuts as well as acts forcefully against honor oppression. Criticizes cultural-relativistic views and local decisions that in practice promote oppression and limit the individual's freedom. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has achieved a lot for those vulnerable to honor violence and prioritized economic equality through measures for female entrepreneurship and the pension system. Points out that the job tax credit primarily benefits women with low incomes. Read the speech
- Argues that the job tax credit has benefited low-income earners and women. Claims that economic policy is the foundation for the welfare state and that equality is achieved through jobs and independence rather than benefits. Read the speech
- Argues that the tax legislation has not been changed by the current government. Confirms that it is distasteful that tax is collected from prostitutes and that it is not the purpose of the system. Wants to return to the question of how it can be rectified. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government focuses on action rather than administration. Criticizes the Center Party for a lack of self-reflection and argues that the government creates incentives and support to improve integration and equality for foreign-born women. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is restoring Arbetsförmedlingen's functions and local offices. Claims that the government is improving the parental insurance, the pension system and supports women's entrepreneurship through Tillväxtverket. Read the speech
Labor law: platform economy regulation and shorter hours
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the parties should determine the working hours and criticizes the Social Democrats' proposal on shortening working hours as unrealistic and unfunded. Highlights that the government has already improved the legislation through negotiations. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has improved legislation for workers through, among other things, strengthened transition study support and clearer rules for part-time work. Turns against the description of employers as greedy and emphasizes employers' commitment to their staff. Read the speech
- Welcomes the clarification that the Social Democrats will not automatically introduce legislated reduction of working hours. Asks how the abolition of the quarantine deduction shall be financed and argues that clear consequence descriptions are required for the voters. Read the speech
Social issues: profit in schools, veils and healthcare queues
- Asks how the minister intends to ensure that the work in the Council for Women's Peace is not hindered by cultural relativism and continued denial. Argues that the cultural relativistic view complicates the work against honor-based violence and oppression. Read the speech
- Argues that it is life-threatening when a woman tries to leave a violent relationship. Asks how the proposed exit program has been adapted for persons subjected to honor-related violence and oppression. Read the speech
Economic violence in close relationships: National Audit Office
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government is implementing reforms to prioritize the victims' safety over the perpetrators' interests. Notes that economic violence is a barrier to leaving violent relationships and therefore introduces a leaving program. Read the speech
- Argues that authorities are governed in several ways beyond regulatory letters, such as through ongoing assignments. Explains that several authorities have an expanded coordination mandate and that the government is working with a new strategy, increased cooperation and strengthened governance. Read the speech
- Argues that the criticism largely concerns the previous government and that many measures have been implemented in recent years. Explains that economic violence is a priority area and that agencies are governed through mandates, not solely through regulatory letters. Read the speech
- Highlights that the current government has implemented many legislative changes to protect women and children. Asks what the Social Democrats' position is on the increased penalties that are now being introduced. Read the speech
- Argues that economic violence is a part of the violence women are subjected to and that the government performs a lot of work in the area. Asks about the Social Democrats' self-reflection regarding their previous time in government and denies that the party is against criminalization. Read the speech
- Clarifies that the government has not tabled questions regarding economic violence and argues that the work is being driven with full force. Clarifies that the government takes the Swedish National Audit Office's recommendations very seriously and is actively working on, for example, rules regarding division of property. Read the speech
- Explains that the phrasing "finalized" is a standard phrase in the handling of reports and does not imply a lack of seriousness. Argues that the government delivers what is requested through ongoing work and expanded mandates to agencies. Read the speech
- Agrees on the importance of protecting women against economic violence. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for not putting forward concrete measures or increased penalties and questions their stance on life imprisonment. Read the speech
- Wants perpetrators to be locked up so that women can escape economic violence. Argues that the government's solution is that women gain independence through work instead of dependency on benefits. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is doing everything to combat economic violence and that the work continues with full force. Points out that the government has noted the need for alternative solutions for e-identification and will return to the issue. Read the speech
- Reports what the government is actually doing and argues that the work on structure and indicators is ongoing. Asks for concrete measures from Centerpartiet beyond the changes the government has already delivered. Read the speech
- Argues that women's economic independence is best promoted by them entering the workforce. Explains that the government's subsidy reform with activity requirements provides foreign-born women with support to strengthen their competence and gain empowerment in the labor market. Read the speech
- Argues that the abolition of joint taxation was a decisive reform for equality. Claims that foreign-born women can become economically independent through support and education and that there are vacant jobs that can be filled. Read the speech
- Argues that women need their own economy to be able to leave relationships earlier. Criticizes the opposition's view on the willingness of foreign-born women to work and proposes an equality reform with activity requirements to strengthen women in the labor market. Read the speech
- Asks how women's economic empowerment shall be strengthened if they remain at home. Argues that women who do not want to work are not bad and need to be supported. Claims that the government is implementing legislative tightening to strengthen protection against economic domestic violence. Read the speech
Integration and equality: SD, S, M debate budget and laws
- Argues that budget work requires priorities. Asks how the Social Democrats intend to finance the removal of the care deduction and points out that it is missing from their budget. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Social Democrats do not explain how they will finance their proposals. Asks if the Social Democrats will actually drop the issue of reduced working hours and let the parties resolve it. Read the speech
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government's benefit reform promotes women's economic empowerment and independence through work. Criticizes the opposition for supporting benefit dependency instead of promoting women's ability to support themselves. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats' governance in Stockholm for having removed opportunities for care for women and children. Argues that the women in the welfare sector demand a more flexible work environment rather than a reduction in working hours. Read the speech
- Argues that economic freedom is achieved through self-sufficiency rather than dependency on benefits. Claims that the government invests in education and language learning to get foreign-born women into work and is implementing a benefit reform to reach these groups. Read the speech
- Argues that many foreign-born women do not want to work due to cultural values. Suggests economic incentives to encourage women to enter the labor market and argues that the benefit system should be made more expensive to keep women at home. Read the speech
- Argues that economic incentives are important for women's independence, but that the government is working on a holistic solution. Emphasizes investments in education, language, and flexible parental leaves to facilitate women entering the workforce. Read the speech
Crime, welfare, infrastructure and equality debate in Riksdag
- Asks the Minister for Justice how he views the need for active work against antisemitism in the Riksdag. Argues that the silent acceptance of antisemitism must cease and that every party must take a stand. Read the speech
Equality and discrimination measures: M, V, and SD debate
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that antisemitism is spreading in the Riksdag and criticizes Vänsterpartiet and Socialdemokraterna for tolerating or relativizing antisemitism. Urges all parties to stop being passive and show clear values against extremism. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is pursuing its policy and that the Sweden Democrats have acted forcefully against antisemitism. Notes that the anti-discrimination legislation works and asks the member how the Left Party's stance is consistent with democracy. Read the speech
- Means that the committee has chosen to reject the motions. Notes that cooperation takes place in areas where policy can be implemented and that there are differing opinions regarding the wording of the legislation. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has prioritized lowering inflation to help economically vulnerable groups. Claims that the party promotes freedom and independence through tax cuts and criticizes the Social Democrats' policy in Stockholm. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's priorities are about combating high inflation and that tax cuts have benefited ordinary people with ordinary jobs. Criticizes that the opposing party has not created an equal economic situation. Read the speech
- Notes that antisemitism is widespread in the Riksdag. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for members who express gross antisemitism receiving broad support from the party, which constitutes a threat to democracy. Read the speech
- Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for directing their gaze towards others instead of standing for their own values. Argues that there is a widespread antisemitism within Vänsterpartiet and that the situation in the Riksdag is frightening. Read the speech
- Argues that the government stands for equality and everyone's equal value. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for antisemitism having received widespread support there and demands that all parties should stand for their own values. Read the speech
- Notes that there is widespread antisemitism in the Riksdag. Asks which parties are prepared to stand powerfully against this and questions whether one can take a stand against racism while simultaneously cooperating with parties that support such values. Read the speech
Violence against women: M, SD, S debate prevention measures
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal and argues that the government has taken powerful measures to strengthen equality. Criticizes the opposition for lacking responsibility and cooperating with forces that oppose women's freedom. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats' demand for a crisis commission as a "quick fix". Argues that the government has improved the legislation and the protection. Criticizes the Social Democrats, the Left Party, and the Centre Party for having contacts with organizations that oppose women's rights. Read the speech
- Argues that there is no reason to be satisfied with the current situation. Rejects a crisis commission as a quick fix but is open to cooperation and collaboration. Wants to strengthen the legislation and introduce a surrender program. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Left Party's lack of self-criticism and their connections to unpleasant organizations. Argues that the ongoing reform strengthens the protection for women and children by investigating quality and keeping out unserious actors. Read the speech
- Argues that the changes are being made to stop criminal actors from running accommodations and to increase quality. Explains that funds have been added so that non-profit actors can improve their quality and that more places are available despite fewer accommodations. Emphasizes the need for stable housing as a long-term goal. Read the speech
- Asks if the member sees problems with cooperating with parties that have links to organizations with links to Hamas. Promises to change the tax regulations for prostitution as long as it does not open up for criminal actors. Read the speech
- Argues that the ongoing work with the surrender program aims to create a holistic solution to improve women's safety. Clarifies that the aim is to address prostitution without opening it up to criminal actors. Read the speech
Public procurement: competition, sustainability and rules
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that public procurement should be characterized by competition, efficiency, and transparency rather than political steering. Criticizes the Social Democrats' and the Green Party's demands as making operations more expensive and harming small businesses. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is actively working to counter crime and unserious actors through powerful measures. Asks whether the Social Democrats actually want private actors in the market for school, healthcare, and elderly care. Read the speech
- Argues that the limitation of subcontractor leads is not compatible with EU law. Criticizes the proposal as it would harm competition and lead to many small businesses being wiped out. Read the speech
- Argues that it is the customers' demand and the patients' needs that drive the market. Criticizes the Social Democrats' proposal to limit free establishment and profits, which argues leads to reduced freedom of choice for students and patients. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Social Democrats do not have a coherent policy. Asks how the Social Democrats intend to maintain a freedom of choice system when they want to limit subcontracting chains and profits, which risks excluding many small businesses. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is already acting powerfully against crime. Emphasizes that small business owners are often enthusiasts who invest personally to do something good rather than solely out of profit interest. Asks if the member wants to participate in a business day. Read the speech
- Argues that the Moderaterna want to remove unnecessary regulations that diminish opportunities for serious companies. Criticizes proposals that eliminate small businesses and argues that legislation must promote competition and efficiency. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has lowered taxes and implemented initiatives to facilitate things for entrepreneurs. Asks if it is difficult for the Center Party to implement its business policy together with the Social Democrats or the Left. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has fought inflation and implemented measures to facilitate things for companies. Points out that the government has prioritized tax cuts for all income groups and plans to increase the subsidy rate for rot. Asks how the Center Party's business policy is to be planned together with the Social Democrats or the Left. Read the speech
School staffing, class sizes, crime, and alcohol sales
- Expresses pride that the government takes honor violence seriously through legislative changes. Asks how the government's line against honor violence can be ensured in all parts of society, particularly within social services, school, and preschool. Read the speech
Integration and equality: SD return migration, SK tax cuts
- Requests approval of the committee's proposal and emphasizes that the budget is based on an equal society where everyone receives support. Argues that equality requires that everyone contributes and advocates for reforms that make it unprofitable to be a housewife in order to promote the economic empowerment of foreign-born women. Highlights the need to combat honor violence and oppression as one of society's greatest problems. Read the speech
- Argues that prostitution is a terrible abuse that must be countered. Informs that the government is strengthening support for those vulnerable to prostitution in the updated action program for 2026. Read the speech
- Argues that she is not comfortable with the fact that women are still subjected to honor violence, oppression, and prostitution. Wants the government to do everything to address these problems and argues that prostitution should not exist. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats are not allocating more money to the work for women's peace than the government and emphasizes the updated action program. Criticizes the Social Democrats for being a "pretend party" that prioritizes grants to those who do not work over women's wage increases. Read the speech
- Assures that the proposal to criminalize psychological violence shall be implemented. Argues that the upcoming subsidy reform aims to get foreign-born women into work in the same way that the abolition of joint taxation did previously. Asks if the Social Democrats prioritize these women's journey towards equality. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's work to combat inflation is crucial for women with low wages. Criticizes the red-green opposition in Stockholm for tax increases, cuts in public transport, and reduced choices in healthcare within women's healthcare. Read the speech
- Argues that low-income women should be promoted through a job line rather than benefits. Criticizes that these women are forced to finance benefits for people who do not want to work. Read the speech
Gang violence, economy, energy and welfare management debate
- Argues that the Moderates are shifting the focus from perpetrators to crime victims and that honor-based violence must be combated as a separate area. Asks the Prime Minister how he views the connection between honor-based violence and gang crime. Read the speech
Government budget, climate policy and wolf management debate
- Criticizes the government's dismantling of the choice of care within women's healthcare and argues that the policy is hostile towards women. Asks how the government will ensure accessible and equal care for women. Read the speech
Establishment jobs, integration, climate and civil defense
- Asks how the problems with matching on the Swedish labor market can be solved. Argues that skills shortages are one of the biggest growth barriers for Swedish business and a future issue for Sweden. Read the speech
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Labor market policy and unemployment insurance benefit reforms
- Wants to re-establish the work line through a major subsidy reform and lower taxes for low- and middle-income earners. Argues that work is the key to integration and proposes more internship placements as well as vocational training to solve the skills shortage. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats for blaming others for the high unemployment during their period in government. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen likely has sufficient resources but must streamline its operations to solve the skills shortage. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Social Democrats do not seem to worry about goals not being achieved. Argues that low-income earners support those who do not work and emphasizes the importance of clear requirements for those who do not work. Read the speech
Equality and violence against women: M, S, and SD debate
- Argues that equality is a matter of freedom and criticizes the previous government's lack of action against honor-based violence. Proposes harsher penalties for violent crimes, a subsidy reform to increase women's economic empowerment, and mandatory social orientation with a focus on equality. Read the speech
- Argues that the subsidy reform and the work principle are crucial for women's empowerment and protection against violence. Criticizes the Social Democrats for not having done more to protect women and children from honor crimes. Read the speech
- Argues that preventive work must be combined with support when violence occurs. Explains that the zero vision is not limited to violence against women and points out that the Socialdemokraterna rejected a motion on the zero vision a year ago. Read the speech
- Argues that a combination of preventive work and action in the event of a crime is the key to success. Wants to identify changes in the national strategy, including among other things through stricter sentencing scales and a specific crime classification for honor crimes. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is moving from words to action through legislative changes and preventive work. Describes collaborations with organizations, reinforced mandates for authorities, and new regulations to strengthen support for women exposed to violence. Read the speech
- Argues that the activities of women's and girls' shelters must be secured through long-term grants. Explains that Socialstyrelsen has received an enhanced mandate to strengthen the national support to the municipalities. Read the speech
- Confirms that it is unacceptable for children to be forced to associate with a parent who has assaulted or murdered the other. States that legislative changes focusing on crime victims and safety for women and children are underway. Read the speech
Labor immigration, aid, climate policy and crime debate
- Asks how the government can maintain safety and community services in suburban centers and strengthen security for traders and business owners, as crimes against the business sector cost over 100 billion kronor annually. Read the speech
EU wage regulation lawsuit and Lund-Hässleholm rail priority
- Asks how the Minister for Finance views the state's possibilities to facilitate companies' capital supply, as many companies face high energy prices, declining demand and difficulties in meeting their capital supply due to rising interest rates. Read the speech
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