Session Profile: Kalle Grünthal
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
2024-06-05
Political Position
The political stance is strongly opposed to the government's tax policy, especially the car tax, which is framed as part of the implementation of a broader "neo-communism" and globalist agenda. The speaker stresses the need to protect private property and the Estonian people's desire to be masters of their own destiny, calling for massive resistance and the ousting of the government. The framework is strongly value-based and ideological, linking the tax hikes to an international network of influence.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the procedural details of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act (Section 95, subsection 1), defending the bill initiator's right to withdraw an amendment proposal at any time. Furthermore, he/she exhibits awareness of international influence organizations, such as the Bilderberg Group and the ideas of Klaus Schwab, utilizing them to support his/her political narrative.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is extremely militant, emotional, and mobilizing, employing powerful metaphors such as "neo-communism," "kulak government," and "selling one's soul to the globalists." The speaker utilizes a personal anecdote (monitoring the news in the morning) and direct rhetorical questions addressed to the public to incite resistance and mass action.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker mentions communicating with the public before the session, having sent people a question regarding the proposed car tax bill, and refers to earlier protests (the COVID era, the teachers' strike). There is no data regarding regular appearances or travel, except for references to visits by other politicians.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is aimed at the ruling coalition (the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, and Estonia 200), which is accused of draining the Estonian people and executing the mandates of globalists. The criticism is both ideological and procedural (specifically, the committee's malpractice in merging amendments), and the speaker explicitly rules out supporting the candidates of the ruling parties in the elections.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is predominantly confrontational, but he addresses colleague Kivimägi politely regarding the extension of time. He defends another politician's (Reinsalu) right to withdraw the amendment proposal, thereby showing support for procedural rights within the opposition. There is no indication of a willingness to compromise with government circles.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The speaker focuses on the issues facing rural areas, stressing the disappearance of essential services (shops, pharmacies, schools) following accession to the European Union. Furthermore, he raises concerns about foreign companies buying up agricultural and forest land, thereby depriving Estonians of their livelihoods.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The speaker is vehemently opposed to taxes, specifically opposing the VAT, income tax, sugar tax, car tax, and the planned property tax, arguing that they destroy private property. He views the increasing tax burden as a tool used by globalists to drain the nation and make life in Estonia impossible.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The social focus is directed toward the nation's resilience and ability to cope, stressing that the tax burden is killing people and making life for children in Estonia impossible. He calls on Estonians to restore their will to be the master of their own country, referencing previous mass protests.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is centered on opposing the car tax bill during its second reading. Furthermore, it addresses the Riigikogu's procedural rules, specifically by challenging the committee's activities and defending the right of the bill's initiator to withdraw an amendment proposal, as stipulated by the House Rules and Rules of Procedure Act.
3 Speeches Analyzed