By Plenary Sessions: Kalle Grünthal

Total Sessions: 9

Fully Profiled: 9

2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the government's inaction regarding the regulation of E-substances, demanding concrete steps from the minister. Strong procedural and moral opposition is also being expressed toward those members of the Riigikogu who were absent from the vote on lowering the VAT for cancer medications, with their absence being interpreted as a substantive 'no' vote.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The main opponents are the security structures (the Prosecutor's Office, Kapo, the Central Criminal Police), who are referred to as "the fist of the deep state," and the press (Eesti Ekspress), which is accused of acting as a tool for the Prosecutor's Office. The criticism is intense, accusing the opponents of political persecution, influencing witnesses, and violating the law (e.g., controlling declarations of interest). He warns colleagues against criticizing the security structures.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
The criticism targets the leadership of the Riigikogu and the coalition's actions, citing technical malfunctions (a faulty division bell/call system) and the poor attendance of coalition members during the session. Furthermore, he/she challenges the procedural interpretations regarding voting rules put forth by the rapporteur.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
The confrontation is aimed at the presiding officer of the session, who is being pressed for specific answers regarding alternatives to the security measures. The criticism is both procedural and political, citing logical flaws in the draft bill and warning against evasion. Kaja Kallas is being utilized as a negative rhetorical reference point, symbolizing dishonesty and ambiguity.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The main opponent is Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, who is criticized both for her conduct (arrogance, refusal to answer) and for her incompetence. The criticism is intense and personal, calling into question the Prime Minister's knowledge of the topics she discusses. The absence of a response is interpreted as a lack of knowledge and an underestimation of parliament ("nerds").
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main clash is aimed at the government representative (Kristen Michal), who is accused of dodging questions and simply repeating the Prime Minister’s (Kaja Kallas) talking points. The criticism is intense and includes both political attacks (such as ignoring economic impacts) and personal attacks, including the introduction of the vaccination issue.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The main opponent is the session chairman, who is being criticized for procedural violations and subjectivity. The criticism is aimed at the chairman's conduct during the information session, particularly concerning the evaluation of whether the answer provided to Varro Vooglaid's question was sufficient. The intensity of the attack is high, casting doubt on the chairman's objectivity.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The main confrontation is directed at the bill's presenter (Mario) and the proposed legislation he represents. The criticism is policy-driven, centering on the bill's inability to offer solutions for winter energy production and the vagueness of the answers provided. He criticizes the presenter for failing to give "a satisfactory response."
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The primary adversary is Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, who faces criticism both personally (plagiarism, arrogance, lack of education) and politically (the destruction of Estonia, economic warfare). The criticism is intense and demands the head of government step down. Lauri Hussar, the presiding officer of the session, is also criticized for disregarding the procedural rules of the Riigikogu.