The author, a lifelong demonstrator, emphasizes a growing trend of increased repression against civil disobedience in Norway. Politicians and international investors have historically ignored young activists, but the recent shift suggests an urgency that should alarm a broader audience. As fines for protests and demonstrations rise significantly, the message from authorities is clear: people are being discouraged from voicing their concerns publicly.

The article highlights a recent protest outside the offices of Hartree Partners, a major investor in the controversial Nussir mine project, which poses a threat to the environment in Repparfjorden. Activists, including those from indigenous groups, are demanding attention to the environmental ramifications of dumping mine waste into protected waterways, emphasizing that such investor activities have severe consequences for vital resources, like salmon fisheries and reindeer grazing areas.

The piece serves as a rallying cry for increased awareness and action from both the public and policymakers regarding the future of civil liberties in Norway. The suppression of dissenting voices in the face of environmental degradation and exploitation of natural resources calls for a collective response to ensure that such issues remain in the public eye and are addressed appropriately by those in power.