They might have socialists tendencies when it comes to social issues. As far as the actual workings of those countries they have free elections, and governing bodies like our congress, at least Canada, France, and Germany. I'm not sure about Sweden, Norway, or Denmark. They also are all capitalists.
Funny thing about the old U.S.A., millions of people from all over the world want to come here. They come for many reasons. I guess it's easier than taking a stand for ones own homeland.
Ernst, I think you might have gone to the same elementary school as I did.