By Plenary Sessions: Mart Helme

Total Sessions: 8

Fully Profiled: 8

2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The political position centers on strong opposition to the coalition’s proposed suffrage bill, which is viewed as creating legal confusion and serving only short-term political gain. The speaker advocates a clear, value-based stance: that the right to vote should belong exclusively to citizens of the Republic of Estonia, contrasting this with the decision made in 1993. This position is strongly oriented toward ensuring long-term political stability and security.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The most prominent topic is the constitutional amendments concerning the voting rights of non-citizens, which the speaker strongly opposes, deeming it an action serving the interests of the Kremlin and a security risk. The political position is firmly value-based, stressing the protection of Estonian independence and opposition to all Russian influence. The speaker emphasizes their previous contribution to Estonian security, citing participation in the negotiations for the withdrawal of Russian troops. These positions are delivered through intense opposition and accusations.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The political position is strongly opposed to the government (especially the Reform Party) and the proposed state budget, stressing that the budget is non-transparent, corrupt, and will lead to the impoverishment of the people. The main issues highlighted are the country's economic decline, the worsening standard of living, and the inefficient and dubious allocation of national defense expenditures. The stance is heavily performance-based, asserting that life has only gotten worse over the last three years and that Estonia has fallen into the "mud league."
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
Strong opposition to the government’s liberal policies, particularly concerning energy and freedom of speech. The political stance is value-based, emphasizing the triumph of "normality" in America and demanding "absolute freedom of speech" in Estonia. Criticism is aimed at the destruction of cheap oil shale energy and the collapse of the regional healthcare system, demanding government accountability.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The central political position is value-based, emphasizing strong life protection and opposition to abortion, grounded in the philosophical principle of "reverence for life." Another significant theme is work-life balance, where the speaker strongly supports the principle that people work to live, not the other way around. The speaker sharply criticizes the coalition's approach to labor relations and issues affecting large families.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
In the political sphere, the issue of voting rights in local elections has been highlighted, where there is strong opposition to revoking this right from Russian citizens, as it is deemed discriminatory and tension-inducing. Furthermore, the necessity of preserving rural schools, particularly manor schools, is emphasized, viewing them both as vital educational centers and as cultural heritage. The overall political framework is highly confrontational and value-driven (anti-discrimination, heritage protection). On the international front, congratulations are being extended regarding Donald Trump's victory, hinting at its potential influence on the Estonian political landscape.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The political position focuses heavily on foreign policy and geopolitical transformation. The speaker vigorously supports Viktor Orbán’s efforts to keep his country out of the war and sharply criticizes the "post-Cold War postulates" that ignore the decline of Western hegemony. The stance is value-based, emphasizing the avoidance of the destruction of the nation and the homeland, and defending Hungary as a "friendly nation and a country of kindred people."
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The most crucial topic concerns drug addiction and the issues associated with drug distribution, highlighting the significant financial burden this places on the state and the healthcare system. The political position aims to monitor and verify the existence and operation of an effective inter-ministerial working group. The focus remains on effectiveness and learning from the example set by the actions of the previous government.