By Plenary Sessions: Helle-Moonika Helme
Total Sessions: 132
Fully Profiled: 132
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
It emphasizes the protection of Estonian culture as a constitutional priority, while highlighting the low salaries of ERSO orchestra members. It draws a distinction between "genuine culture" (the kind that carries the nation into the future) and sharply criticizes the presentation of the "vulgarity and violence-porn parade" (ERR, ERM)—which is funded by "liberals"—as actual culture.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
On the topic of social issues, the discussion touches upon refugee assistance and the funding of related NGOs, contrasting this with the support provided to local aid funds. The speaker criticizes the government's priorities, which ostensibly favor refugee aid organizations over domestic citizens in need.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
In the social sector, the focus is on ensuring person-centered healthcare and reducing bureaucracy in accessing medical services, while opposing assessment, triage, and AI solutions. Furthermore, the importance of birth rates and demography is emphasized, supporting conservative views on population policy.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
In the social sphere, we address the livelihood challenges faced by cultural workers (ERSO), stressing that this is about meeting fundamental needs, not merely deferring aspirations. This highlights concerns regarding the cultural sector's financial stability and the employees' ability to manage their daily lives.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The societal focus is directed toward the economic well-being of families with children and their right to receive the promised tax benefits. Particular emphasis is placed on the situation of families with four children concerning the maximum amount of the tax relief.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
When discussing social issues, travel opportunities are highlighted as a key justification for EU membership, and the failure of this promise regarding Rail Baltic is causing disappointment. The security aspect is being considered strictly from a national defense perspective, rather than in the context of civil liberties.
2025-09-24
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing
On social issues, the speaker is strongly conservative, sharply opposing the consent law, which is viewed as undermining family cohesion, fostering gender dystopias, and serving as a hypocritical imitation of protecting women. Concern is also voiced regarding immigration, linking immigrants to lawlessness and violence.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
Among social issues, emphasis is placed on the economic burden and fairness facing the Estonian people, particularly concerning the increase in land tax and nature conservation restrictions on agricultural and forest land within the context of the green transition. He defends landowners against obligations imposed by the government.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
In the social sphere, the speaker strongly defends parental decision-making rights concerning children's health and bodily integrity, taking a stand against mandatory vaccination. He also voices concern regarding plans to legalize euthanasia, citing its growing proportion and the increasing inclusion of psychological grounds among young people in other countries.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
The speaker focuses on family policy, population sustainability, and mental health among social issues. He/She is categorically opposed to mandatory military service for women, arguing that it jeopardizes family structures, birth rates, and accelerates the emigration of young professionals from Estonia. The necessity of a family-friendly crisis plan is stressed, one that would ensure the availability of childcare providers in the event of mobilization.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
Social issues related to compulsory military service are being addressed, noting the decreasing number of young men available. The question of plans for mandatory military service for women is being raised, expressing an extremely negative and worried attitude toward the idea ("Are we going to kill Estonian women in the war too?").
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
It focuses on social and value issues, taking a strong stand against liberal gender identity ideologies and the registration of names that do not correspond to one's sex/gender. It expresses concern regarding the merging of schools for children with special educational needs and highlights the risk, present in the draft Child Protection Act, of allowing pedophiles to work with children. It also raises the issue of the safety and security of Riigikogu members in connection with the behavior of a colleague in a public place.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
Insufficient data
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Among social issues, internal security and the rule of law take center stage. The speaker forcefully opposes the importation of murderers and rapists and criticizes the justice system for allowing convicted criminals (including those who rape minors) to go free without imprisonment or even probation. It is emphasized that the situation is "completely out of hand."
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient dataset
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
It focuses heavily on security and immigration control among social issues, emphasizing that immigration control (legal rental agreements, bank accounts) must precede the wholesale surveillance of citizens. It expresses concern over the preparation of the euthanasia law and plans for mandatory vaccination of children (human experiments), and criticizes the stigmatization of mental health disorders (schizo).
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
In social issues, a strong ethical and moral framework is emphasized, protecting local residents and their rights from mega-projects. Indirect public health concerns are also being raised regarding environmental pollution and microplastics, directly contradicting the propaganda issued by the Health Board.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
Insufficient data.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
Strong support for the increase in teachers' salaries, criticizing the government for failing to allocate 8 million euros. It raises important health issues related to the low-frequency noise and vibration from wind turbines, pointing to the exceeding of World Health Organization (WHO) limits and risks to cardiovascular health.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The social spotlight is currently focused on the well-being and suffering of the Estonian people, stemming from the government's tax policy and ideological demands. The speaker sharply criticizes the government's claims that tax hikes support low-wage earners, and accuses the administration of effectively "binding people to the land" (or "making them serfs") due to the rising cost of air travel.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaker is concerned about the availability of services in rural areas (schools, medical care, maternity wards) and criticizes the government's immigration policy. They oppose the importation of labor, arguing that it places an added burden on the social and educational systems, and express concern that the Estonian people will become a minority in their own homeland.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
Strong opposition to gender-based selection and the regulation of gender balance, emphasizing the importance of expertise. It denies the existence of equality and fairness, warning against the tyrannical consequences of their regulatory imposition. It sharply opposes the expansion of gender ideology, questioning the future inclusion of social genders (vulasoolised) and criticizing the Minister of Education's positions.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
Among social problems, strong emphasis is placed on the crisis in the accessibility and quality of care services, highlighting cases of elder abuse, starvation, and rape in nursing homes. The speaker urgently calls for justice for the victims and their loved ones, and for subsequent punishments to be carried out.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The text addresses social issues within the context of criminal law, highlighting the inconsistent treatment of both rape cases and cases involving the photographing of children's genitals. A strong emphasis is placed on safeguarding civil liberties, particularly freedom of speech, from political pressure.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main social issue is mass emigration, which is being described as epidemic and is directly linked to the high cost of living and tax burden in Estonia. Emphasis is placed on the state's loss of young taxpayers, citing the example of a young couple moving to Spain because they cannot cope with the daily cost of living in Estonia.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
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.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
There is not enough data. The discussions focus on economic and regulatory issues, and social issues are not addressed.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Among the social issues addressed are the integrity of the democratic process and the violation of constitutional freedoms (the principle of secrecy) in the context of e-elections. The focus is on the legitimacy of the state and citizens' trust in the system.
2025-04-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
A strong emphasis is placed on the social crisis, especially the removal of livelihood support payments for disabled children, demonstrating concern for vulnerable groups. Additionally, a serious demographic crisis is highlighted, citing the low birth rate in Võru. In the healthcare field, the failure to consider patient satisfaction is criticized.
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
There is a lack of data.
2025-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The speaker’s primary focus is the social sector, stressing the security of elderly care and the rights of people with disabilities. They condemn the violence that has taken place in care homes and sharply criticize the withdrawal of benefits (the work ability allowance, special care home waiting list priority) from disabled children and adolescents with intellectual disabilities. The speaker emphasizes the necessity of protecting the weakest and most vulnerable members of society.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The primary social focus centers on protecting the human rights of the elderly and the helpless, and the legal system’s capacity to ensure justice for them within the context of the Pihlakodu case. Additionally, emphasis is placed on the importance of requiring Estonian language proficiency from service providers and safeguarding the security of Estonian residents through the verification of ride-share drivers’ licenses.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Sharp social issues are being raised, criticizing the Minister of Social Affairs' inaction regarding "cases of starvation and rape of demented elderly people" in nursing homes. Criticism is also directed at the withdrawal of Health Insurance Fund coverage from mothers with young children, which constitutes direct social harm.
2025-03-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Not enough data
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
Family policy is a central theme in social policy, and it is regarded as a genuine national investment in the future. It is stressed that the state should allocate grants primarily to families, mothers, and children, rather than to the business sector.
2025-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Socially and politically, the focus is on protecting women's rights and sense of security, strongly opposing trans and LGBT ideologies, which, in their assessment, violate women's safety (specifically citing changing rooms). They criticize quota-based inclusion as degrading to women and question how international conventions ensure the rights and security of men. Furthermore, they raise the issue of gender theory, referencing the 150 genders reportedly being taught in schools.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The social problems indirectly addressed concern the potential threat to pension indexation, which stems from the government's fiscal policy constraints. No other social issues are mentioned.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
Not enough data
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The main social concern is related to the violation of the principles of democracy and the rule of law, with critics asserting that the government is endangering the constitution. It is emphasized that the current administration is adopting crucial security, financial, and value-based decisions without a popular mandate.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The most crucial social issue is the right of children with special educational needs to a specialized learning and developmental environment. The speaker is strongly opposed to the ideology of inclusive education, arguing that it leads to significant problems (including issues with teacher recruitment). They emphasize that the goal of the education system must be the well-being of children, not the efficiency of management.
2025-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The main social theme is public health safety and individual liberties, especially concerning vaccination. Strong emphasis is placed on protecting expectant mothers and unborn children, and on condemning propaganda spread through fear ("protect your vaccinated grandmother"). The speaker stresses the need for accountability regarding health damages.
2025-03-12
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
There is not enough data.
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The only social issue mentioned is the income taxation of pensions starting April 1, 2025, which is viewed as a negative increase in the tax burden. Other traditional social questions (education, healthcare, immigration) are not addressed.
2025-03-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Instead of social problems, the focus is on political ethics and integrity in public life. In the third speech, there is a sarcastic reference to the Johanna-Maria Lehtme scandal, but broader positions on education, immigration, or social issues are absent.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main social issue is the protection of scientists' independence and academic freedom from political interference. It is emphasized that scientists have a duty to question everything and must have the right to dissent, and politicians must not dictate what they say.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing
Among social issues, the question of public trust in scientific institutions is being raised. It is stressed that government actions undermine the ethics of scientific work and the transparency of projects, especially given that TalTech scientists are allegedly compiling analyses based on false data. Furthermore, the negative impact on local communities caused by mining projects is also highlighted.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
On social issues, the speaker is strongly conservative, opposing marriage equality (which they refer to as "gay marriage") and accusing progressives of twisting the constitution. Emphasis is placed on the state's special protection of families, which forms the basis for criticizing the government's cuts to family benefits.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The social focus is aimed at protecting the "ordinary worried person" who is suffering due to the government's energy policy and corruption. Participation in the support group for the Estonian National Opera was also mentioned.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
No data available
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The stance on social issues is strongly conservative, emphasizing that there are only two sexes (male and female) and supporting the prohibition of trans ideology and the elimination of gay politics. The speaker demands that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs cease flying the LGBT rainbow flag and participating in Pride events, citing new US guidelines.
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
Insufficient data.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
On social issues, the speaker holds an extremely firm stance, declaring that only two sexes exist. They strongly oppose gender ideology, labeling it an extremist ideology, and express satisfaction regarding its removal from school curricula elsewhere in the world.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The primary social issue revolves around the economic well-being and the ability to lead a life of human dignity for large families and wage earners. Criticism is directed at the reduction of child benefits at a time when prices are rising, emphasizing the state's obligation to support its citizens rather than burdening them.
2025-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
On social issues, the stance is radically conservative, demanding the termination of all diversity policies and immoral gender ideologies, and recognizing only two sexes. There is a strong emphasis on civil liberties, demanding the reinstatement of individuals (military personnel, police officers, medics) who were dismissed for refusing vaccination, and compensation for their lost wages.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main social theme is the preservation of Estonian-language education and the Estonian nation, which is framed as a constitutional obligation. The speaker strongly advocates for the rights of Estonian children to receive a purely Estonian-language upbringing environment, opposing multiculturalism and internationalism, which, they argue, leads to the Russification of Estonian children.
2024-12-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
There is too little data.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary social theme revolves around protecting the education and linguistic environment of Estonian children, asserting that the current shift to Estonian-language instruction discriminates against ethnic Estonian children. The speaker criticizes the government's immigration policy, which has brought more Russian-speaking individuals into the country, thereby intensifying the issues. They advocate for a specific methodology for teaching Estonian to non-native speaking children prior to their integration, in order to prevent a decline in the quality of Estonian-language education.
2024-12-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The primary social issues are the quality of healthcare and doctor overwork, which jeopardizes patient treatment. Emphasis is also placed on protecting privacy and property rights from EU control. Furthermore, the text addresses internal security during a crisis, including managing panic and protecting the property of evacuated individuals from organized theft gangs.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
At the heart of social issues is the protection of children from sexual offenders, which necessitates the retention of offenders' criminal record data and the absolute enforcement of the ban preventing them from working with children. The issue is framed as a moral and security concern, where supporting the proposed legislation is deemed a "crime against humanity."
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary social issue is citizenship and the right to vote, which is viewed through the prism of the nation-state and security. The speaker is resolutely opposed to granting political rights to individuals with undefined citizenship status, fearing the destruction of Estonia's national identity and future.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
Social issues are framed within the context of economic injustice and poverty, with a significant portion of the populace struggling in destitution as a direct result of government policy. Specific socio-political topics (such as education or immigration) are not covered.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
Regarding social issues, the speaker is strongly opposed to state funding for LGBT advocacy organizations, contrasting this with the simultaneous lack of support for families and mothers (specifically, the deprivation of health insurance coverage via Haigekassa). He stresses that the national budget should not be involved in shaping public attitudes and points to the shifting stances of allies (the USA) on these topics.
2024-11-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Strong opposition to measures preventing ideological segregation, which are associated with socialist affirmative action and forced social mixing. Emphasis is placed on the importance of cultural differences and residents' safety, citing examples from Finland where families do not want convicted individuals on probation or parole as neighbors.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The central social theme is the termination of state funding for abortion, which is supported by a strong moral and ethical framework emphasizing the protection of human life. Children are viewed as a "gift" and "companions on the journey," not as obstacles, and there is an emphasis on the need to change society's attitude toward children.
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The primary social focus is economic well-being and public health, stressing the need to ensure that healthy food options are accessible to all Estonian residents on a daily basis. Particular emphasis is placed on the fact that lowering the VAT would specifically benefit poorer individuals who otherwise cannot afford quality food.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
There is insufficient data. The only non-economic topic is the national defense and security aspect (the requisitioning of vehicles in a state of war).
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
The main social issue is citizenship and loyalty, with grey passport holders being publicly deemed disloyal due to their decades-long refusal to apply for Estonian citizenship. Educational issues are examined through a regional socio-economic lens, specifically opposing the closure of educational institutions in rural areas.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker praises Hungary for daring to swim against the current on both immigration and demographic issues. This indicates support for conservative and nation-state-centric social policies.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Social issues are central to the speech: the speaker strongly opposes the confusing propaganda surrounding gender identity and the climate hysteria affecting young people. They emphasize the need to restore "normal family life" and ensure that families feel secure, in order to prevent mental health issues and drug abuse.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Among social issues, the central point of contention is the opposition to introducing the concept of social gender into legislation, which is viewed as a deviation from biological sex and established traditions. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of protecting women's dignity and recognizing the traditional rights of both men and women. The sharp conflict surrounding Orthodox refugees and the closure of the Moscow Patriarchate church is also discussed.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Social issues are addressed indirectly through the obligations placed on companies to assess social impacts, but the speaker views this more as an ideological burden that is incompatible with a market economy. Direct social policy standpoints are absent.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker sharply criticizes the failure of the care reform, which, in their estimation, increased the financial self-responsibility (or co-payment) for the elderly and their relatives, thereby making nursing home placements unaffordable. They also raise the issue of social security concerning the practice of not sending probationers back to prison in order to keep the facilities empty.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker highlights social issues stemming from budget cuts and government priorities. Particular emphasis is placed on the ability of cultural workers, teachers, and mothers who are losing health insurance to make ends meet, arguing that the focus on the security tax neglects the well-being of the people.
2024-10-10
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
The primary social focus is the safety and well-being of children, particularly regarding restrictions on employment involving sex offenders and the activities of child protection officials. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of improving the identification and assistance provided to children who need help, and violations of child welfare are publicly criticized.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The social focus is on road safety and public security, stressing that inadequate road maintenance during the autumn and winter months leads to tragic accidents and preventable fatalities. Proper road maintenance is framed as a state obligation and a fundamental right of the people, ensuring everyone can return home alive and well.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is strongly opposed to the introduction of the concept of social gender into legislation, seeing it as a threat to the privacy and safety of biological women in shared facilities. The core concern is the issue of harassment and whose rights remain valid when a biological male uses women's changing rooms.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
A strong emphasis is placed on the protection of citizens' constitutional rights and freedoms, especially the inviolability of private property, which is threatened by limitations imposed in the name of meeting climate goals. It also raises the problem of low wages and the struggle for subsistence among cultural workers.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The central social theme is the dramatic decline in the birth rate, which, coupled with migration and aging, is viewed as "a death blow to the national body." It supports freedom fighters and criticizes the government's stance on historical monuments, which is seen as conflicting with national values, specifically referencing the veneration of Red Army soldiers. It also criticizes the media for indoctrinating young people into believing that children are a burden.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker focuses on solving the demographic crisis and boosting the birth rate by supporting large families (offering free kindergarten for families with three or more children). They advocate restricting social benefits exclusively to citizens, citing negative examples from the Nordic countries where generous subsidies have encouraged immigration and abuse of the system. They stress the need to protect the interests of the indigenous population.
2024-09-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.
Socially and politically, the speaker defends social benefits and health insurance, particularly for mothers raising children under the age of eight, opposing the government's plan to eliminate these entitlements. Furthermore, the speaker raises concerns regarding the medical care, maintenance costs, and the potential integration into Estonian society of imported prisoners.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The primary social focus lies on education and immigration. The group expresses strong opposition to the current structure of the transition to Estonian-language education, arguing that, due to immigration, this process is actually Russifying Estonian children. Furthermore, it opposes introducing fees for higher education (specifically a 500 euro registration fee), stating that this would establish a financial barrier for students.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The speaker raises the issue of voting rights for Russian and Belarusian citizens in local elections as a social concern, arguing against maintaining this right. This is framed as a question of security and loyalty, given that these citizens also simultaneously vote for Lukashenko and Putin.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker focuses on ensuring the economic well-being of families with children, low-income families, and residents of rural areas through tax benefits. He criticizes the spending of state money on "colorful LGBT organizations," considering it an unnecessary expense that should be directed toward their own people.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
Regarding social issues, emphasis is placed on the livelihood and well-being of the Estonian people, which have deteriorated due to government decisions. Pensioners, rescuers, and teachers are highlighted separately, as their funding is threatened by government cuts, and the protection of pension increases is advocated.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The primary social concern is the potential negative impact of the car tax on rising poverty and the livelihood of the Estonian people. These social issues are addressed within the context of the overall economic burden.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
Insufficient data.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main social issue is the emergence of transport poverty, where, due to taxation, pensioners, young families, or low-income individuals can no longer afford a means of transport. This, in turn, deepens poverty and restricts children's access to extracurricular education. The government's recommendation that people should apply for subsidies is considered cynical and indifferent.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
Social issues are confined to the topic of healthcare policy sovereignty, contrasting with the influence of the WHO. Other social topics are absent from the data.
2024-06-04
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting
The only social issue addressed is the welfare of pensioners, sharply criticizing the Reform Party's failure to deliver on promises regarding pension increases and income tax exemption. This issue is framed within the context of political trust and lies.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
Insufficient data.
2024-05-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing
The primary social issue is the public's increasing anxiety regarding the future and the threat of war, concerns which the government is reportedly ignoring. The speaker emphasizes that people's everyday worries continue to mount, and the government lacks any solutions for them.
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The main social issue is the economic survival of pensioners and protecting them from tax hikes, especially in connection with the abolition of the income tax exemption for pensions. The speaker emphasizes that the government is "undermining the daily livelihood of our people" and accuses Kaja Kallas of blaming Estonians for living too well.
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The stance on social issues is strongly conservative and moralistic. The speaker opposes abortion, emphasizing the unborn child’s right to be born, and questions whether abortion is a human right. Furthermore, LGBT campaigns and the preparation of the “trans law” are sharply criticized, with the speaker calling it the permanent crippling of young people.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Social issues revolve around protecting the rights of local communities and individuals against the government and large corporate interests. There is also a strong emphasis on protecting wildlife and the environment, particularly concerning migratory birds and protected species falling victim to wind turbines—creatures who, according to the speaker, "cannot speak for themselves."
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The central social theme is mass immigration, which is viewed as the greatest threat to the survival of the Estonian nation, language, and culture. It is emphasized that immigration does not create loyal citizens, and reference is made to security threats and the emergence of parallel societies, citing the example of Western Europe.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The text addresses social security and public confidence, both of which are jeopardized by the alleged incompetence of security agencies. It is emphasized that factual errors made by state institutions generate fear and insecurity among the Estonian populace. The focus is on the state's capacity to guarantee citizen safety and maintain its own credibility.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
No data available
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The main social issue is the protection of Estonian-language education and national identity, standing in sharp opposition to the government's education policy, which is allegedly Russifying Estonian children. Furthermore, immigration—specifically the continued presence of 90,000 Russian-speaking Ukrainian refugees in Estonia—is framed as a massive drain on resources and a threat posed at the expense of the native population.
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker emphasizes the importance of ensuring the vitality and sustainability of high culture (opera) in the 21st century, which is necessary both for musicians and for educating young audiences. The development of cultural facilities is treated as a public good that enriches the urban space and serves the needs of society.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
From a socio-political standpoint, the focus is on defending the nation-state and Estonian identity, sharply opposing mass migration and internationalism. Skepticism is expressed regarding integration, with the argument that proficiency in the Estonian language neither guarantees loyalty nor resolves segregation. The question of the moral example and suitability of teachers who have entered the education system is also raised.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
Insufficient data.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
When it comes to social issues, the focus is on abortion, where extremely strong moral opposition is voiced, using the term "killing of children" to describe the procedure. The ethical boundary of the government regarding the acceptable number of abortions is also being called into question.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
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2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
There is a strong focus on immigration and integration. The speaker opposes the government's immigration policy, viewing it as a threat to Estonian culture and internal security. They emphasize the need to value the Estonian language and culture and demand loyalty checks for leaders of Russian-language media who are citizens of the Russian Federation. The speaker also criticizes state institutions for communicating with new immigrants in Russian.
2024-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The speaker, addressing the social sector, focuses on victims of domestic violence, drawing attention to the growing number of male victims and pointedly questioning the quality of the support they receive. This indicates concern over both the availability of social services and the principle of equal treatment.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The text addresses social issues through the prism of crisis management, criticizing previous proposals for restricting the rights of unvaccinated individuals. Furthermore, the topic of Estonian language proficiency and the advocacy for it is touched upon, underscoring its significance.
2024-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Socially conservative, sharply opposing the promotion of LGBT issues within the education system and foreign policy, often referencing the "marriage perversion law." It expresses strong opposition to uncontrolled mass immigration, particularly concerning Ukrainian families, emphasizing that this harms Estonian large families. It raises the issue of the catastrophic decline in the birth rate as a direct consequence of the government's anti-family policies.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker expresses strong concern regarding mass immigration and its impact on the survival of the Estonian nation. In the area of education, emphasis is placed on the need to prevent the Russification of Ukrainian children in Estonian Russian-language schools by supporting the teaching of their Ukrainian language and culture.
2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
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2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
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2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
The sociopolitical focus is heavily aimed at boosting the birth rate and safeguarding the traditional concept of family. The speaker sharply criticizes the proposed marriage legislation and brings up the necessity of defining what an Estonian is, stressing the importance of a moral framework.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
At the core of social issues are the sense of security for families, the rising cost of childcare services, and the economic vulnerability of large families. The government is criticized for frightening young people and women with talk of war and climate change, which allegedly negatively impacts the desire to have children. The need to ensure stability and mobility for families is emphasized.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Strong opposition to immigration, especially the introduction of Islamic culture, which is associated with domestic violence, discrimination against women (niqab, burqa), and security issues. Emphasis is placed on the right of the indigenous population (Estonians) to decide on their own cultural space and political direction. The issue is framed as a cultural and security threat.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
Social issues are linked to the socio-economic dimension of energy policy, emphasizing the threat of thousands of job losses and the accompanying, unfathomable damage. There is also widespread criticism regarding the intellectual level of the political elite and climate hysteria.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary social theme addressed is the accessibility and quality of education in rural areas. Emphasis is placed on the need to invest in rural schools to ensure equal opportunities for entering higher education and to prevent the depopulation of rural areas. The climate crisis narrative is viewed skeptically, with CO2 being considered food for plants.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
In social matters, the inviolability of private and family life is defended against state intervention, with reference made to the Distortion of Marriage Act and the car tax as restrictions on fundamental freedoms. Deep concern is expressed regarding the potential loss of the gender-based concepts of "mother" and "father" and the possible introduction of the "trans law," which is viewed as an attack on traditional values and the effective nullification of gender equality.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary social issue is the protection of the Estonian language and the strengthening of the state language's position in local municipalities. The speaker strongly supports the proposal to allow only citizens of the Republic of Estonia to vote in local elections, directly linking this measure to Estonian language proficiency and the linguistic composition of the local councils.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The speaker strongly emphasizes the status of the Estonian language and its mandatory use in the Riigikogu chamber, prioritizing this as both a procedural and a national requirement.
2024-02-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
Drug policy dominates the discussion of social issues, with the speaker taking a strong stance against cannabis legalization, citing mental health concerns and warnings issued by specialists. The priority is protecting public health and safety.
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary social concern is public health and safety, linked to the potentially harmful effects of atmospheric particulates and jet fuel on human health. The necessity of investigating whether these particles are dangerous is emphasized.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary social issue is the status and protection of the Estonian language in the service sector, which is viewed both as a constitutional right and a defense of national culture. The speaker also connects these language issues to the themes of immigration and the transition to Estonian-language education, stressing that these aspects impact the linguistic environment as a whole.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The main social issue is demography and family policy. The speaker sharply criticizes the reduction of family benefits and the government's reversal of opinion, which contradicts its previous stance on the positive impact of parental benefits on the birth rate. Concern is also expressed regarding the motivation of residents and young people in a country that the prime minister has declared a conflict zone.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
When discussing social issues, emphasis is placed on the deterioration of the situation for disabled people and large families due to taxes. There is strong opposition to measures that humiliate people, forcing them to beg for support from the local municipality "with an outstretched hand." Concern about the Russification of Estonian-language education is also mentioned.
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary social issue is the education gap, which is examined through the lens of socio-economic factors (such as income and location). Specific emphasis is also placed on the need to define and understand the "value-based education gap," which points to an interest in the moral and ethical foundation of education.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Social issues have been addressed within the context of security and the protection of society. The speaker questions how the new legal amendment concerning the prevention of prohibited goods protects "our youth and society" better than previously, stressing the necessity for effective social protection.
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker adopts a hardline position against immigration, viewing it as a threat to language, culture, and security (specifically citing the rise of a fifth column and cultural conflicts). In the realm of education, the focus is on protecting Estonian-language schools from Russification. Regarding social issues, the rising alcoholism rates—attributed to women's lack of a sense of security—and the topic of abortion are brought up. The state is criticized for failing to guarantee women's safety or adequately support children.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
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2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The primary social issue is education and the teachers' strike. The speaker firmly supports the teachers, condemning the government's insulting and dismissive attitude. Furthermore, there is critical mention of the government's attempts to use marriage equality and the abolition of the tax 'hump' (or tax curve) as a distraction to ignore public dissatisfaction.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The main social issue is the strong opposition to the marriage equality law, which is considered to have been adopted without popular support and which, it is claimed, leads to the bullying of children from traditional families. Education policy is viewed as the cornerstone for the preservation of Estonian identity, Estonian culture, and Estonian statehood, emphasizing the importance of rural schools in supporting communities.