Session Profile: Kalle Grünthal
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-04-10
Political Position
The political position is one of strong opposition, centered on the government's flawed performance and the adoption of unconstitutional legislation. The speaker stresses that the Riigikogu is failing to implement the will of the Estonian people and, consequently, demands the organization of snap elections and the dissolution of parliament. The focus is heavily directed toward the poor performance of the government and the coalition, and the lack of democratic legitimacy.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates thorough knowledge of the quality of legislation and legislative drafting technique, specifically referencing the Rules of Procedure for Good Law Drafting and Normative Technique adopted by the Government of the Republic. He/She emphasizes the necessity of the draft act's preliminary drafting intention, concept, and the ex-post evaluation of the law's impact. Furthermore, he/she is familiar with the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure, inquiring about restrictions on speaking rights and the asking of questions.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly combative, emotional, and condemnatory, aimed especially at the coalition members. Sharp language is employed, accusing the coalition of hypocrisy ("sycophantically fawning") and merely following orders. The speaker strongly appeals to democratic legitimacy and the will of the people, utilizing the interventions of the Chancellor of Justice as an emotional argument.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker is active during the plenary sessions, participating in both procedural matters and debates related to the reports submitted by the Chancellor of Justice. He/She references recent parliamentary events (specifically, the handling of the car tax bill) and the frequent interventions by the Chancellor of Justice (three times in the span of two months).
4 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The opposition's stance is intense and directed squarely at the coalition members and the Riigikogu Presidium. The criticism is both procedural (concerning the disregard for sound legislative practice) and political (concerning the ignoring of the will of the people and the mere execution of orders). The speaker rejects compromise, demanding the dissolution of the Riigikogu and new elections.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is entirely at the national level, covering the work of the Riigikogu, constitutionality, and nationwide tax policy.
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Economic Views
Strong opposition to the motor vehicle tax is evident in economic perspectives, supporting its repeal and criticizing the coalition's earlier resistance to the repeal bill. The speaker cites the massive volume of complaints related to the car tax as an argument proving its failure.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is centered on improving the quality of legislation and guaranteeing constitutionality, taking a stand against laws adopted in haste and without due impact assessment. Specifically, the key topics currently under discussion are the draft bill for the abolition of the car tax and questions regarding the procedural order of the Riigikogu (Parliament).
4 Speeches Analyzed