Basics on Social Democracy Social democracy is more than a philosophical framework consisting of the three core values. If someone can be called a social democrat, the person must act according to the core values in such a way that concrete civil rights and liberties can be implemented as broadly as possible. He/she wants to work actively for a more just society by creating a balance between negative and positive rights and he/she must protects democracy while enhancing the market at the same time. Social Democracy is not only a theory but a common challenge and practical task. In the next chapter we will have a closer look at different country models and will examine how different states have organized the relationship between market and democracy. 20