Red Party leader Marie Sneve Martinussen addressed the Norwegian Parliament (Stortinget) today, responding to economic criticism following a recent debate on NRK. She emphasized the tangible reality of rising prices and a tightening economy felt by citizens. Martinussen refuted claims of consistent real wage growth in Norge, pointing to a decade of stagnation and decline prior to the last three years. She argued that dismissing the financial strain experienced by people is naive and inaccurate. The Red Party leader accused those comfortably situated of demonstrating “privilege blindness” by attempting to downplay the political discussion surrounding high prices, cost of living, and economic insecurity in Norge. Her remarks came during the annual Speech from the Throne debate.