By Plenary Sessions: Kalle Grünthal
Total Sessions: 9
Fully Profiled: 9
2025-01-29
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The political position is strongly centered on the principles of the Constitution and the rule of law, emphasizing the role of the people as the bearer of supreme power. The fiercest opposition is directed against the growth of unlimited power among officials and the poor quality of legislation produced by the governing coalition. The stance is value-based, demanding adherence to general principles of law (e.g., the prohibition of retroactivity) and supporting the intervention of the Chancellor of Justice.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political focus is heavily centered on the preservation of the Estonian language and the strict enforcement of the Language Act. The speaker criticizes the government’s actions, deeming the implementation of the law unsystematic and inadequate, and stressing the necessity of conducting a "thorough vetting." The stance is strongly value-based, linking language preservation to migration policy and economic issues.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political stance is characterized by strong opposition to the scientific consensus, which is framed as a mental illness. This position is intensely value-driven and focuses on personally discrediting the experts rather than conducting a substantive analysis of the policy itself. The speaker casts doubt on the scientists' mental health, asking which psychiatric hospital they were discharged from.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The political position centers on strong opposition to unequal taxation (the car tax), emphasizing the constitutional basis for the equal treatment of individuals. Internationally, the speaker opposes the statement concerning the Georgian elections, demanding legal evidence for the alleged violations. Domestically, the stances are directed against the injustice and illogicality created by the state.
2025-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The political stance is fiercely critical of the government's failure to regulate the infrasound and noise pollution generated by wind turbines. The speaker stresses that the current Public Health Act does not guarantee the safety of citizens and accuses the government of negligence regarding both public health and the environment of Estonia. This issue operates within both a policy-based framework (due to legal shortcomings) and a value-based framework (concerning health and safety).
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political stance strongly focuses on improving public health, backing a bill that provides people with better opportunities for restoring their health. The presentation of this position is value-driven and emotionally charged, highlighting the bill's clear positive impact. The speaker positions themselves as an advocate for public health, thereby making any opposition morally questionable.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The political position heavily focuses on procedural justice and strict adherence to the rules governing the Riigikogu session. The speaker expresses strong opposition to the actions of the presiding officer, accusing him of brazen and unjust behavior that prevented a question from being posed to the minister (Michal). The framing is clearly directed against the presiding officer's actions and potential partiality.
2025-01-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
This political stance focuses heavily on the transparency surrounding the use of public funds and the accountability of state officials. The speaker forcefully opposes the current unequal scrutiny, where the expense compensations for members of the Riigikogu (Parliament) must be fully transparent, yet the compensations for ministers, the Chancellor of Justice, and the Prosecutor’s Office remain classified. This position is value-based, stressing the necessity of equal transparency across all institutions operating within the public interest.
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political stance is one of strong opposition to the development of wind farms, especially given the lack of knowledge regarding their potential harm to human health. It is stressed that proceeding with detailed planning and public debates without understanding the health hazards constitutes both a procedural and an unethical error. The position is strongly rooted in policy and values, focusing on the protection of public health.