By Plenary Sessions: Kalle Grünthal
Total Sessions: 9
Fully Profiled: 9
2025-03-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The political position focuses on the clarity and validity of electoral procedures, emphasizing that the rules for marking the ballot are "very important." The position is strongly procedural, seeking a precise interpretation of the rules regarding whether only a cross or also other symbols (a circle, a triangle) are permitted.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The political position focuses strongly on ministerial accountability and parliamentary procedural integrity. The speaker emphasizes that ministers whose status as Riigikogu members has been suspended are expected to provide honest answers, as they are not covered by the immunity of free speech granted to parliamentarians. This stance is aimed at scrutinizing government activities and ensuring legal accountability, raising questions about the possibility of challenging false statements in administrative court.
2025-03-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political stance is strongly focused on preserving Estonia's independent decision-making capacity, opposing the excessive binding nature of decisions made by the Council of the European Union. The speaker criticizes the draft legislation, which, in their assessment, will lead to the loss of autonomous decision-making rights. They employ a strong value-based framework, comparing the situation to the example of Moscow during the Soviet Union era.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The political focus centers on national defense and wind energy regulation. The politician prioritizes military security and support for reservists, positioning this stance against the subsidization of wind turbine construction by foreign firms. He advocates for suspending turbine operations until adequate safety regulations are established, thereby demonstrating a strong value-based commitment to safety and national priorities.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political focus is on the insufficient compensation of reservists and ensuring the will to defend, emphasizing that the state owes a moral debt to its soldiers. The speaker sharply contrasts this with the inaction of the Reform Party government and the priorities set by Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur, placing human resources ahead of "metal" (meaning military hardware/equipment). He demands immediate solutions, not just government promises that push the problem off until 2026.
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The speaker is vehemently opposed to the bill currently under consideration, arguing that it will accelerate the demise of the Estonian people through increased immigration and the assimilation of migrants. The political focus is centered on demographic recovery and boosting the birth rate, treating this as a priority amidst economic upheaval and instability. These stances are primarily value-based, concentrating on national survival and the concept of "pure Estonianness."
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The most critical issue is Estonia’s acute fertility problem. The speaker strongly supports establishing a task force for population reproduction under the Government Office to address the demographic crisis. This stance is policy-driven, emphasizing the necessity of structural solutions based on the recommendations of researchers.
2025-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The political stance centers on intense skepticism regarding the safety and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines (especially AstraZeneca), based on the official package insert and the lack of science-based data for specific age groups. The speaker presents an extremely critical and value-driven framework, questioning whether this was a project intended to reduce the human population, referring to the vaccines as weapons of mass destruction. This position stands in strong opposition to the narrative promoted by the government and medical experts.
2025-03-12
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The political position strongly centers on institutional accountability and securing the role of the Riigikogu (Parliament) in relation to the government. The speaker forcefully demands that members of the government must report to the Riigikogu, and stresses strict adherence to the law governing the status of a Riigikogu member. This position is value-based, emphasizing the protection of constitutional values and parliamentary authority.