By Plenary Sessions: Varro Vooglaid

The political position is strongly anti-government, sharply criticizing the increased bureaucratic burden placed on local municipalities without providing them with additional funding. In strategic issues (such as nuclear energy), they emphasize a value-based approach, demanding a state majority ownership stake to ensure that projects serve the interests of the Estonian people, rather than being driven solely by corporate profit.

The political position is strongly opposed to the government's foreign policy, particularly regarding the Foreign Minister's interference in Georgia's internal affairs, which is considered a blatant violation of international law and diplomatic principles. The speaker supports the substance of Georgia's controversial foreign agents law, viewing it as a reasonable measure to ensure transparency, similar to the US FARA act. Furthermore, the speaker deems Estonia's e-voting system undemocratic, opaque, and unacceptable.

The most striking issue is the Reform Party backtracking on its election promises, particularly concerning the income tax reform and the tax exemption for the average pension. The speaker adopts a fiercely confrontational stance, emphasizing the government's lack of credibility and the issuing of unfunded promises. The focus is heavily directed toward evaluating the government's performance and its delivery on promises.

The political position focuses on two themes: increasing transport efficiency (125cc scooters with B-category licenses) and, particularly intensively, the protection of the right to life of unborn children, which is treated as a fundamental constitutional and human rights issue. The government's funding of abortion is considered a violation of the principle of the rule of law and is labeled dystopian. The framing is predominantly value-based (the abortion issue) and efficiency-oriented (the transport issue).

Speaking on behalf of the EKRE faction, the speaker expresses strong opposition to the draft bill concerning the confiscation of Russian assets. This opposition is justified by constitutional concerns and national security interests. The core stance is value-based, emphasizing the necessity of adhering to the principles of the rule of law (Article 32 of the Constitution) and warning against pushing Estonia onto the front lines of an international conflict. Political ambition must be pursued within the framework of the constitution, not the reverse.

The political position is strongly opposed to the government’s foreign and defense policy, as the speaker believes it will lead Estonia into a war with Russia, which is the paramount concern. This stance is motivated by the fear of catastrophic consequences and underscores the necessity of adhering to the Riigikogu mandate and the constitutional order. The speaker also acknowledges concerns regarding mass immigration, birth rates, and the economy, but deems the threat of war more significant than these.

The most prominent topic is the change in the definition of marriage and its potential restoration as a union solely between a man and a woman. The political position is value-based, focusing on the parliament's right to reverse the legislative amendment while simultaneously questioning the constitutionality of revoking rights that have already been granted. This position is strongly oriented towards the protection of traditional values.

The political emphasis is strongly value-based, focusing on citizens' fundamental rights, such as non-discrimination and the presumption of innocence, particularly concerning access to vital services. The speaker supports the Chancellor of Justice's proposal regarding the banking sector, but simultaneously calls for the resolution of deeper, principled issues. Furthermore, he/she expresses deep skepticism regarding the claims made by the government and security agencies, demanding the presentation of facts and evidence.

The political stance centers on the reliability and legitimacy of the electoral system, an issue deemed an exceptionally serious problem for Estonian national affairs. The speaker is vehemently opposed to e-voting, stressing its lack of oversight and transparency, factors which have driven public confidence to a dangerously low level (citing a 48.1% trust rating). This framework is deeply rooted in values, underscoring the necessity of adhering to the Constitution and democratic ideals, while cautioning that the erosion of trust could result in the forfeiture of the state's legitimacy.

The political focus is directed toward higher taxation of banks to prevent the siphoning off of "wild profits," and toward adherence to the rules of procedure of the Riigikogu. The speaker adopts a strongly oppositional stance, accusing the governing parties of seeking personal gain and arbitrarily violating parliamentary procedure. This position is deeply value-based, emphasizing justice and opposition to the elite's exploitation of society.

The political position is strongly oppositional, focusing on the constitutional and procedural correctness of the government’s actions. The speaker sharply criticizes the Prime Minister for his handling of the Estonia-Ukraine security agreement, accusing him of disregarding the Riigikogu’s right to ratification and potentially making untrue claims regarding the nature of the agreement. The criticism is aimed at both policy and execution (performance), emphasizing the need for parliamentary oversight when undertaking military and asset-related obligations.

The political focus is centered on the crisis of trust in the electoral system and the legitimacy of state power. The speaker strongly opposes either introducing or continuing the e-voting system, arguing that it deepens mistrust and jeopardizes the foundations of democratic societal order. This stance is value-based, emphasizing constitutional principles and the role of the people as the bearer of the ultimate sovereign power. They demand that time be taken for a serious, in-depth examination of the issue so that public confidence in elections can grow.

The political position is strongly critical of the government's actions, focusing on administrative failures within the education system and the necessity of taking responsibility. The criticism is directed both at the government's poor operational performance (IT malfunctions) and at a fundamental value-based issue, demanding the guaranteed preservation of the Estonian nation, language, and culture, as stipulated in the preamble of the constitution. The speaker explicitly calls for the minister's resignation, citing the conduct of the Lithuanian Minister of Education as an example.

The political position is strongly opposed to the statement calling for the forced termination of the Estonian Orthodox Church of the Moscow Patriarchate, considering it to be incitement to hatred and unlawful. This stance is value-based, emphasizing the principles of religious freedom and the rule of law, while condemning the deliberate insulting of Orthodox believers. The speaker demands concrete evidence of illegal activity from the government, insisting that action should not be taken merely on the basis of potential threats.