Greta Thunberg Again Fined for Disobeying Police

Facts

• On Wednesday, a Swedish court fined climate activist Greta Thunberg for disobeying police orders at an environmental protest.¹
• Thunberg was ordered to pay 4.5K krona ($414) for failing to leave a protest on July 24 at an oil terminal in Malmo.²
• The 20-year-old had previously been fined 2.5K krona ($240) for her refusal to disperse during a June 19 roadblock at Malmo harbor.³
• Though she admitted to the allegations, Thunberg denied any guilt, stating that she was 'ready to act' to protect the environment 'whether it leads to more sentences.'⁴
• Following her fine, Thunberg traveled to Norway to protest the illegal wind turbines that she and other activists argue violate the rights of indigenous people.⁵

Sources: ¹Reuters, ²Euronews (a), ³CBS, ⁴New york daily news and ⁵Euronews (b).

Narratives

• Narrative A, as provided by Daily Wire. Greta Thunberg is a spoiled individual, artificially lifted to global prominence as a 15-year-old with no real expertise on climate change or the environment. The powerful forces that used her to push their radical climate agenda created a monster, as Thunberg has continued to act like a petulant child. Her 15 minutes of fame should be up, yet she is continuing to disobey police orders. Thunberg is now an adult and should try advancing her message like a mature citizen.
• Narrative B, as provided by Guardian. The powers that be are trying to intimidate young climate activists like Greta Thunberg by threatening legal action and imposing fines. Like any fight for justice, the movement for environmental protection will not always comply with the oppressive establishment. Young people know their future is at stake and are taking appropriate measures to draw attention to the climate crisis. Governments must pay attention to the severity of the situation rather than criminalize protests.

Predictions