 Her independent opinions, which were winning respect among the students and academic members, as well as her connections to the opposition, caused her to become a potential enemy of the state.When the Solidarity movement began, Janion signed the letter issued by 64 intellectuals supporting the strikes, yet calling for actions that would not contribute to bloodshed.In 1981 she made an appearance at the Congress of Polish Culture, which was interrupted by the introduction of martial law in Poland.