Agenda Profile: Mart Helme
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submission of a plan of action for the development of Estonia's electricity production capacities and electricity networks to the Riigikogu by the Government of the Republic, to ensure energy security" (575 OE)
2025-04-16
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The most prominent issue is the use of a referendum in the decision-making process, which the speaker views as a superior method compared to the draft legislation currently under discussion. He/She strongly opposes the current "populist" bill, which, in his/her estimation, is completely unproductive. The political stance is heavily value-driven, emphasizing the people's shared responsibility for the foolish decisions that have been made, particularly regarding accession to the European Union.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates authority on the topic of referendums and democratic processes, citing the experience of the 2003 EU accession. He/She analyzes the mechanisms used to deceive the public and brainwash them during the process of making political decisions. There are no references to technical data or specific knowledge regarding energy security or the development of electricity grids.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The speaker's rhetorical style is highly combative and critical, employing strong emotional appeals and metaphors (e.g., "brainwashing machine," "flock of sheep," "into the slavery of directives"). The tone is accusatory, aimed both at past decision-makers and the general public, who are blamed for allowing themselves to be fooled. The appeals are primarily moral and historical, rather than data-driven.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
There is not enough data.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed both at those who supported joining the European Union in 2003 and the proponents of the current "populist" bill. The attacks are intense, accusing opponents of brainwashing and duping the public. Furthermore, the public itself is sharply criticized as being partly responsible for the foolish decision, which led to impoverishment under EU conditions.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speaker references the issue raised by Varro Vooglaid, indicating a certain conceptual agreement with him regarding the question of the referendum. There is no evidence of a broader willingness to compromise or cross-party cooperation. The style of collaboration is rather confrontational, given that he urges the recognition of the referendum as a superior method compared to the bill currently under debate.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on national political processes (referendums, Riigikogu draft legislation) and the international level (historical criticism of European Union membership). There is no emphasis on specific regional or local issues.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The economic views are indirect, manifesting in strong criticism towards European Union membership, which, in the speaker's estimation, has led to the impoverishment of the people. This indicates opposition to the current economic order and blames the economic difficulties on the political decision made in 2003, which led to the "slavery of directives."
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Insufficient data.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is opposition to the pending bill (575 OE) concerning the energy security action plan, which they label as populist and ineffective. The speaker prioritizes using a national referendum in the decision-making process, viewing it as a superior and more responsible approach. He/She opposes the bill and supports the idea of a referendum.
2 Speeches Analyzed