Listhaug Demands Apology for Labor Party Troll Factory
FrP leader Sylvi Listhaug demands apology from Labor Party over election campaign propaganda. She accuses them of running a troll factory that spread lies about FrP policies. The conflict highlights ongoing political tensions in Norwegian politics.
FrP leader Sylvi Listhaug demanded an apology from Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and the Labor Party. She accused them of spreading false propaganda during Norway's election campaign. Listhaug made these statements at her party's national committee meeting at Gardermoen on Saturday afternoon.
Listhaug claims the Labor Party lied about FrP, the Conservative Party, and their own policies. She said the Labor Party deceived voters despite knowing better. The FrP leader called out what she described as one of the worst troll factories operating from within the Labor Party itself.
What exactly is a troll factory in Norwegian politics? It refers to organized groups that spread disinformation online. Listhaug specifically highlighted claims that FrP would make kindergartens and after-school programs more expensive. She also mentioned false assertions about cutting free ferries and student loan deductions.
The timing is notable because the Labor Party recently proposed similar budget cuts themselves. This political clash comes as Norway debates its state budget. Listhaug's demand for an apology shows the ongoing tension between these major parties. Political observers note such accusations have become common in Norwegian elections, though evidence of organized troll farms remains disputed.