We are not as stupid as you think, Christian Jensen

Danish Politiken editor Christian Jensen's call for Norway to join the EU is met with a firm rebuttal from Einar Frogner, leader of Nei til EU (No to EU). Frogner argues that Jensen's perspective, published in Aftenposten, is arrogant and patronizing, failing to grasp the Norwegian people's understanding of their own best interests.

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The chronicle appears as an arrogant and lecturing account that the Norwegian people do not know their own best interests.

Frogner asserts that Norway's decision to remain outside the EU is well-founded. He highlights that Norway maintains strong relationships with Nordic neighbors and actively participates in crucial European initiatives, addressing concerning developments in Eastern and Western Europe. These benefits, he suggests, are best secured by Norway's current independent status.

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Norway's choice to remain outside the EU stands up well.

The article details the significant domestic consequences of EU membership, including potential negative impacts on Norway's labor market, primary industries, and industrial sectors. Frogner stresses that these are substantial reasons for Norway's continued non-membership.

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An EU membership would have consequences for our labor market, primary industries, and industry.

In conclusion, Frogner argues that in an era where democracy must be protected, joining the EU would undermine Norwegian self-governance. He believes Norway's existing path, outside the EU, better serves its democratic principles and national interests.

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In a time when we must protect democracy, the answer is not an EU membership that will weaken Norwegian self-governance.