AUF Reports Hate Speech, Leader Under Violence Alarm

The Norwegian Labour Youth League (AUF) has taken a strong stance against online hate speech, reporting ten specific posts to the police. This action underscores the growing concern over aggressive and threatening online rhetoric targeting political figures. AUF leader Gaute Skjervø's confirmation that he is under a violence alarm highlights the severe personal impact of these digital attacks. The threats, which include specific mentions of his home and hateful comments about his wife, are clearly intended to intimidate him. The escalation following Skjervø's appearance on NRK's 'Debatten' to discuss racism, particularly in response to a Progress Party advisor's controversial remarks, demonstrates how political discourse can spill over into dangerous personal harassment. This situation reflects a broader societal challenge in Norway and globally, where online platforms can become breeding grounds for extremism and personal threats, forcing individuals into a state of constant vigilance and fear.

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It has been a flood of aggressive, very heated comments about me. Many of them related to July 22nd. They are posted especially on Facebook, but also on Twitter. There are several thousand comments.