re: #505 ProLifeLiberal

Because they, along with Norway, tend to be Human Right-y countries. I know Norway was one of the countries pushing early for intervention into Bosnia and Kosovo, with Sweden giving diplomatic support, and later doing peace-keeping.

Nothing unusual about this except the Sweden got so pissed at Qaddafi they decided to do aggressive action. The first time since the Battle of Leipzig in 1814. I think this is the first time Gripens have been used in action.

Moreover, it’s very popular in Sweden. 66% of the nation wanted to do some sort of action, and 7 of the 8 major parties agreed.

…but how exactly does the conflict in Libya relate to them? This whole “knows best” mentality suddenly smacks of neo-imperialism.