Agenda Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Develop the Procedure for Paying an Additional Annual Lump-Sum Pension Supplement to Pensioners" (678 OE)
2025-11-03
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political focus is on supporting pensioners during the crisis, highlighting the necessity of an additional, one-time pension supplement. The stance is strongly supportive of social measures and critical of the government's inaction. The approach is strongly value-based, stressing that all pensioners require assistance during the current crises.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the special pensions of Riigikogu members, debunking the widespread notion that they actually receive them. Furthermore, political statistics are utilized, referencing the government's low 11% support rating.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is confrontational and sharp, emphasizing the need for assistance for pensioners due to the crises. Direct criticism is used regarding the previous stance of the Reform Party and Kaja Kallas. The style includes rhetorical questions intended to cast doubt on the coalition's intentions and predict their vote against the measure.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
Not enough data.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
Fierce opposition is directed at the Reform Party and Kaja Kallas, who are being criticized for their previous stance that not all pensioners require assistance. The government is under attack due to its low approval rating (11%) and its anticipated intention to vote down a support measure aimed at pensioners. The criticism is both policy-based and performance-based.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Not enough data.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
Not enough data.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Economic views support social redistribution and state intervention to mitigate crises, prioritizing additional financial support aimed at pensioners. This position is opposed to fiscal conservatism, which operates on the premise that not all those in need require support.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The primary social issue revolves around the welfare and livelihood of pensioners, highlighting their need for assistance during the current crises. The speaker strongly advocates for a robust social safety net and targeted support.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on Bill 678 OE, which involves drafting the procedure for paying pensioners an additional one-time pension supplement. The speaker is a strong proponent of this social measure and stresses its critical importance during a crisis.
1 Speeches Analyzed