Session Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-05-06
Political Position
The political position is strongly opposed to the government and liberal ideology, emphasizing that liberalism is not mentioned in the constitution and that its promotion threatens the equal treatment of other worldviews. The criticism is directed at the government’s incompetence and "bungling state management," especially concerning the failed tax policy forecasts.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in constitutional law (Article 1 of the Constitution) and the internal procedures of the Riigikogu, defending the rights of the members. Regarding economic topics, specific data is presented concerning the failure of the car tax revenue collection, highlighting a large discrepancy between the forecasts (over 100 million) and the actual revenue (18 million).
3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly combative, accusatory, and urgent, employing strong emotional and judgmental expressions ("bungling governance," "craving for dictatorship," "stupidities"). Rhetorical questions are often used to call into question the authority of the ministers and the session chair, as well as the constitutionality of their actions.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
All speeches were delivered during a single day of the plenary session, focusing on the debates within the Riigikogu chamber and questions directed to the presiding officer regarding procedural matters and constitutionality. The pattern of activity demonstrates active involvement in procedural disputes and in the criticism of government decisions.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The main opponents are the government, specifically Minister Ligi and the "liberals," who are accused of violating the constitution, slandering members of the Riigikogu, and incompetence in state governance. The attacks are intense, ideological, and procedural, referring to the government's actions as a "craving for dictatorship and totalitarianism."
3 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
There is no information regarding cooperation or willingness to compromise, as the speaker focuses exclusively on challenging and criticizing the actions of the government and the presiding officer.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is solely on national-level policy, constitutional interpretation, and the procedural organization of the Riigikogu, with no reference to specific regional issues.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The economic views expressed are firmly opposed to these taxes (specifically the Car Tax), arguing that they are based on failed forecasts and foolish government decisions. Concern is voiced over the impoverishment of the populace, who can no longer afford to finance the government's failures, stressing the necessity for a more responsible fiscal policy.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The primary social and ideological theme is the opposition to the liberal worldview, which is deemed unconstitutional and threatens the equal treatment of other worldviews chosen by the people. The worldviews of elected political parties and their voters are being defended against ministerial defamation.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently aimed at opposing the proposed car tax, primarily by emphasizing its inefficient collection methods and the resulting economic damage. Significant emphasis is also being placed on protecting the operational procedures of the Riigikogu (Parliament) and the rights of its members from disparagement by ministers, particularly concerning the methodology used when submitting questions.
3 Speeches Analyzed