Scandinavia
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Scandinavia is invoked verbally as a comparative model for social policy and family-work balance; it serves as an intellectual touchstone in Amy's argument about structural causes rather than moral failure.
Not physically present; invoked as an idealized, almost clinical example of alternate social organization.
Comparative policy reference that sharpens Amy's reframing of the family issue.
Symbolizes a structural, systemic alternative to American scheduling pressures and moralizing rhetoric.
Scandinavia is invoked by Amy as a comparative example where cultural arrangements ease work-family balance; its mention provides contrast and rhetorical heft to her structural argument.
Mentioned as an idealized, efficient social model rather than a physical presence.
Comparative foil used to illustrate alternative social organization and to undercut moralizing attacks.
Symbolizes systemic solutions and a counterpoint to American capitalist scheduling pressures.
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