By Plenary Sessions: Mart Helme
Total Sessions: 7
Fully Profiled: 7
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The confrontation is highly intense and directed at government ministers (Kristen Michal, Tsahkna, Vseviov). The criticism is both substantive (foreign policy) and procedural (avoiding answers), accusing the opponents of demagoguery and providing inadequate responses. No willingness to compromise is evident; rather, there is a demand for the board's intervention to hold the government accountable.
2024-09-23
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The primary criticism is aimed at the Estonian government and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, faulting them for inconsistency, lack of authority, and the erosion of sovereign decision-making power. Criticism is also leveled at the role of European Union member states who consider Israel the aggressor and are pushing for the two-state solution. Another adversary is "the ancient enemy Russia," with whom Estonia found itself sharing the same position at the UN.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The main opponents are the ruling coalition, primarily the Reform Party and Minister Kristina Kallas. The criticism is both policy-based (economic recession, energy policy) and personal and ethical, accusing coalition representatives of corruption and state theft. Compromise is completely ruled out, as the opposing side is viewed as the destroyers of the Estonian nation.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The confrontation is directed at members of the government (the Foreign Minister) and the Chancellor of Justice (Ülle Madise). The criticism is intense, ranging from personal attacks (questioning the minister’s competence) to fundamental disputes over the interpretation of the constitution. The Chancellor of Justice’s stance—that constitutional rights can be restricted in the name of climate goals—is being criticized particularly harshly.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The main opponent is the government coalition, which is criticized for scrapping a bill that was submitted with the most sincere intention. The criticism is intense and political, implying that the coalition's actions will lead to the disappearance of the Estonian state and the rise to power of foreign elements. The opponent is being asked personal and threatening questions regarding the retention of their position in the future Estonia.
2024-09-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.
The main opponents are government ministers Kristen Michal and Lauri Läänemets, along with the prime minister, who is referred to as the "puppet government's prime minister." The criticism is intense, focusing both on procedural violations (illegal surveillance, misuse of the Law Enforcement Act) and personal conduct (lying, sneering). Compromise is ruled out, as the speaker demands that the opposing side be called to order and accuses them of scandalous behavior.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the Minister and the Ministry of Climate, who are criticized for incompetence, reading talking points drafted by bureaucrats, and policies that restrict private property. The criticism is intense, accusing the government of creating a bureaucratic state and displaying an arrogant attitude toward the collective wisdom of the people. Compromise is ruled out, with demands for the closure of the Ministry of Climate.