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The nordic countries, which tend to score higher on "Happiness Indexes," are Social Democracies. Social Democracy is a form of revisionist Marxism that believes Capitalism can be wielded for the benefit of all, not just the bourgeoisie.
Unfortunately, these same Nordic countries have been seeing a sliding of the Social Safety Net, similar to what has happened to America following the New Deal (though not nearly as bad yet). Additionally, Imperialism is still the dominant method by which these countries subsidize their safety nets, alongside a dependence on NATO.
21st century Nordic imperialism and 'dependence' on a defensive alliance that has only ever been invoked once. Top shelf brainrot.
Yes, economic imperialism based on unequal exchange and dependence on a larger military coalition as a safeguard.
Time for humanity, united, to expand its imperialism towards the stars! That way, filthy xenos subsidize everything instead of our own brethren