Agenda Profile: Mart Helme

The political position centers on fierce opposition to e-elections, which are deemed unconstitutional and are claimed to have transformed Estonia into a "mafia state." The primary concern revolves around the legitimacy and lack of transparency of the voting process, with claims that the recent Riigikogu elections were rigged and the current coalition was artificially engineered. The speaker demands that the e-voting system either be reformed or suspended until it fully complies with legislative and constitutional requirements. This framework is strongly value-based, highlighting the violation of democratic procedures.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in election laws and the technical aspects of e-voting, citing Supreme Court guidelines and the age of the encryption systems (approximately 20 years). He/She uses technical terms such as "cyber keys," "protocol," and the "requirement for secrecy," relying on the opinions of observers and specialists who confirm the impossibility of verifying the vote. Special emphasis is placed on the decision-making authority illegally delegated to the Election Commission and the Electoral Service.

The speaker's rhetorical style is extremely combative and accusatory, employing highly emotional and dramatic language (e.g., "mafia state," "repressive apparatus"). Although technical and legal arguments are presented (Supreme Court citations, encryption issues), these are interwoven into a broader narrative of systemic corruption and political pressure. Comparisons are drawn to the Soviet period and the Russian electoral system to underscore the gravity of the situation and the lack of legitimacy.

The speech was delivered in the Riigikogu chamber during the first reading of Draft Law 292 SE, with the speaker emphasizing the low level of interest in the topic among other members of parliament. The speaker identifies himself as a representative of the EKRE faction and a citizen. Data regarding other patterns of activity is unavailable.

The opposition is intensely focused against the governing coalition, which they accuse of constantly stirring up resentment and suppressing dissent. The criticism extends to the entire justice system—the Supreme Court, the Chancellor of Justice, and the repressive apparatus—as well as the electoral service, which is accused of defending the unlawful organization of e-elections. Opponents are directly accused of falsifying election results and transforming the country into an ideological testing laboratory.

The speaker represents the positions of the EKRE faction, but there is no discussion of cooperation or willingness to compromise with other parties. The focus is on exposing the system's flaws and opposing the current state of affairs.

The focus is exclusively at the national level, addressing electoral laws, the legitimacy of the Riigikogu, and the constitutional order of the Estonian state. Specific regional or local topics are not covered.

No concrete economic standpoints are presented, but there is mention of constant resentment toward the government’s actions among several societal groups (including drivers, large families, farmers, and pensioners). This indicates a general dissatisfaction with the government’s political and economic management.

The discussion of social issues is restricted to merely mentioning the dissatisfaction felt by various societal groups (such as large families, people with disabilities, and pensioners), thereby highlighting the widespread public resentment generated by the government. Specific positions on socio-political matters are lacking.

The legislative focus is on the discussion of the draft bill (292 SE) amending election laws, during which strong opposition is expressed to the current organization of e-elections. The speaker opposes the system delegated to the Election Commission and its service, and demands a legislative framework that ensures constitutional compliance.