By Agendas: Martin Helme

Total Agendas: 225

Fully Profiled: 225

2025-10-15
Security

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The main opponent is the government and Prime Minister Kristen Michal, from whom accountability for the nation's security is demanded. The criticism is policy-driven and performance-based, focusing on the government's inability to control borders and manage security threats. Other political forces (Plan B, KOOS) are mentioned only for the purpose of contrast, to emphasize that the responsibility rests solely with the government.
2025-10-15
Border Infrastructure, the Saatse Boot, and the Protection Zone

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The main opponent is Kristen Michal’s government, particularly Interior Minister Taro, who is described as a failure and incompetent. The criticism is intense and personal, accusing the minister of sowing hysteria and engaging in irresponsible actions aimed at personal or partisan gain (specifically, boosting the poll numbers for Eesti 200).
2025-10-15
The Prime Minister's Plan and Statements at the European Council (Climate Targets, Migration)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The main opponent is the incumbent prime minister, who is criticized for a lack of initiative, avoiding responsibility, and ineffective European policy. The criticism is intense and procedural, focusing on the prime minister's inability to represent Estonian interests. The attacks target both the prime minister's personal qualities and the effectiveness of their job performance.
2025-10-15
The situation in the country

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The main opponents are the Reform Party and Kristen Michal, who are accused of destroying the economy and copying Soviet-era propaganda. The criticism is intense and personal, calling into question the reliability of the government’s communication and the independence of experts (Kasper Oja, SALK). The opponents’ actions are described as "driving the country into the ground."
2025-10-15
On the topic of ERM

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The main confrontation is directed against the Ministry of Culture and the government, who are accused of approving and funding the degradation of culture using taxpayer money. The criticism is intense and value-based, accusing the government of enabling perversions in the name of culture and adopting an attitude of protecting the honor of the uniform. Compromise is ruled out; concrete steps and accountability are demanded.
2025-10-08
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Planning Act and Other Related Acts (683 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The main opponents are the governing coalition (the Reform Party, Eesti 200) and specific politicians (Keldo, Jaak Aab). Criticism is directed both at political solutions (the reduction of public notification) and alleged motives (the construction of corrupt wind farms). Jaak Aab is specifically accused of blocking an earlier draft of the planning law.
2025-10-08
A Better Protected Estonia

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is widely criticized for shattering myths concerning the economy, immigration, and national defense. The criticism is intense and accuses the opponents of both political bluffing and outright lying, as well as fueling war hysteria to boost their own popularity. The possibility of compromise is not mentioned; instead, there is a demand to expose the opponent's activities.
2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The main opponents are the Reform Party and a specific minister (Jürgen Ligi), who is being accused of personal failure and steering the country toward bankruptcy. The criticism is intense and encompasses both political hypocrisy (promising a balanced budget) and political failure (leaving debts for the children). The possibility of compromise is ruled out because the government's actions are considered detrimental to the state.
2025-09-25
Political statement by Prime Minister Kristen Michal regarding the transfer of the draft State Budget Act 2026

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The primary opponents are the Reform Party, Prime Minister Kristen Michal, and Kaja Kallas, all of whom are being blamed for the dire state of the Estonian economy and public finances. The criticism is intense, targeting the government's political incompetence as well as its dishonesty (specifically, spreading misinformation regarding tax cuts and budget reductions). The government's performance is deemed "totally unacceptable," precluding any possibility of endorsement.
2025-09-24
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The main opponents are the Reform Party and Prime Minister Michal, who are criticized both for ethical standards (specifically, keeping Jürgen Ligi in the cabinet after he insulted women) and for policy (regressive tax policy and irresponsible borrowing). The intensity of the attacks is high, accusing the government of breaking election promises and destroying the nation's finances.
2025-09-24
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The main opponent is the Reform Party and Prime Minister Michal. The criticism is twofold: political (regressive tax policy and borrowing) and personal/procedural (Michal’s failure to recall Jürgen Ligi for insulting women). The attacks are intense, accusing the opposing side of lying and pursuing unjust policies.
2025-09-24
State finances

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The main opponent is the Reform Party and Kaja Kallas’s government, who are accused of wrecking state finances, killing Estonian enterprise, and failing national defense. The criticism is intense and includes both political (tax policy) and personal attacks (accusing opponents of being Kremlin stooges and creating a "self-myth"). Compromise is ruled out because the government's actions are described as leading the country toward bankruptcy.
2025-09-22
Inquiry regarding a naval operation (no. 784) that failed and ended with the risk of military confrontation.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The primary opponent is the Reform Party-led government, especially Prime Minister Kristen Michal, who is directly accused of lying. The criticism is intense, leveling accusations against the government regarding incompetence, lack of transparency, and endangering national security. The criticism is political, procedural, and personal (calling the intelligence of the ministers into question).
2025-09-17
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA) Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The main opponents are the current government and parliament. The criticism is extremely intense, accusing the government of endangering national security. Parliament is being criticized for procedural and ethical failures, which has resulted in "shame."
2025-09-17
In light of the security drone incident and related questions

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

The main opponent is the Reform Party government, which is being accused of widespread failure in advancing national defense and guaranteeing the security of the Estonian people. The criticism is intense and performance-based, alleging that the government committed breaches in both political (the shadow fleet) and security procedural matters (the drone incident). The possibility of compromise is not mentioned; instead, the government's failures are highlighted.
2025-09-15
Inquiry Regarding Latvian Red Beetles in Estonia (no. 796)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The criticism is aimed at the government's internal structure and procedures, specifically the disconnect between administrative sectors, where one agency issues permits while another is left to handle the consequences. The intensity of the criticism is moderate, focusing on the policy outcomes (economic damage) and the lack of accountability.
2025-09-15
An inquiry regarding the hindrance of development in the defence industry (no 783)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The primary confrontation is directed at the official responsible for the defense sector, who is sharply criticized for poor financial management and neglecting the risk of corruption. The criticism is intense and suggests the opposing party is either consciously denying the issues or living in "parallel worlds." The attacks target both procedural errors and ethical risks.
2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (639 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

Direct criticism is aimed at the current ambiguous law and court rulings, which have exacerbated the situation and are causing denunciations and the initiation of criminal cases. Political opponents are not being attacked; instead, it is emphasized that the legal chaos affects all political parties equally. The criticism is procedural and concerns the violation of political culture ("the two-chair law").
2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The main opponents are Minister of Social Affairs Karmen Joller and the Reform Party, who are being criticized both for their lack of political responsibility and for personal arrogance and intolerance. The criticism is intense and personal, accusing the minister of being anti-science, spreading misinformation, and damaging allied relations (insulting the US Secretary of Health). Compromise is ruled out; the minister's resignation is demanded.
2025-09-10
Taxes

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The primary opponent is the ruling coalition and the Reform Party, who stand accused of wrecking the economy and lying about both border construction and taxation. The criticism is intense and widespread, claiming that not a single word uttered by coalition politicians should be trusted. Compromise is ruled out because the opponents are considered untrustworthy.
2025-09-10
The suitability of the acting Minister of Defence for their position.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The main opponents are the Reform Party, Defense Minister Pevkur, and other members of parliament (Hussar). The criticism is extremely intense, accusing the opponents of both procedural violations ("we have no rules") and personal and moral failings (lying, stealing, arrogance). The opponents are also accused of, in turn, accusing those who point the finger at the wrongdoing.
2025-09-10
Situation in National Defence

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The main opponents are government members and officials (Minister of the Interior Taro, Minister of Defense Pevkur, Colonel Karu), especially the Reform Party, who are accused of knowingly misleading the public and incompetence. The criticism is intense, focusing on both ethical violations (lying) and administrative mismanagement (the squandering of defense expenditures). Accountability and the dismissal of officials are demanded.
2025-09-10
Information session

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The criticism is directed against the actions of the government or the leadership of the Riigikogu concerning the composition of the Information Hour, being purely procedural and of low intensity. The attacks are aimed at the rules of order, not at policy or specific individuals.
2025-09-09
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The main opponents are the Reform Party and its leaders (Hanno Pevkur, Michal), who stand accused of systemic failure, lying, and corruption. The criticism is intense and widespread, covering both political incompetence and ethical decline. Attacks are also directed at security structures and the mainstream media, who are accused of acting as a mouthpiece for the government and intimidating the public.
2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The main adversaries are the Riigikogu Board (especially Chairman Lauri Hussar) and the ruling coalition, who are accused of violating the rules of procedure and obstructing the work of the opposition. The criticism is predominantly procedural and political, accusing the Board of selectively applying the rules and penalizing the opposition. The intensity of the attacks is high, claiming that the government has destroyed normal parliamentary democracy and operates on the basis of "arbitrary rule."
2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main criticism is aimed at the Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs, Liisa-Ly Pakosta, who is deemed unfit for office, and more broadly at Kristen Michal’s government. The criticism targets both specific politicians (Svet, Ligi, Taro, Terras, Alender) and systemic corruption and impunity (including the rape incidents in care homes and the COVID testing procurements). There is no willingness to compromise; the minister’s resignation is being demanded.
2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary adversary is the government, particularly the Reform Party, which stands accused of systematic deceit, employing propagandists, and leading the country into gridlock. The criticism is intense, focusing on ethical failures and the destruction of the economy. Compromise is off the table, as the government is viewed as dishonest and incompetent.
2025-06-11
Swedish Prisoners

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.

The main opponents are Prime Minister Kristen Michal and the Reform Party, who are criticized both for their policies (the tax hike spree, warmongering) and for their lack of personal accountability. The attacks are intense and personal, labeling Michal an "empty suit" and referencing other ministers (Ligi, Alender, Taro) in connection with various scandals. Compromise is ruled out regarding the draft legislation concerning the importation of criminals.
2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the impacts and regulations of wind energy development in Estonia (no 749)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The primary criticism is directed at the Ministry of Climate and the minister, who are directly accused of lying about scientific research. The attacks are intense and include suggestions of corruption ("Is this simply a case of corruption?"), demanding the immediate halt of the development activities.
2025-06-02
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Prosecutor's Office Activities (no 748)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The main opponents are the Reform Party, which they label "the mafia," and the Prosecutor's Office, which is accused of bias and outright failure. The criticism is intense, systemic, and politically charged, focusing specifically on procedural failures and political corruption. The speaker rejects the opposing side's argument that politicians should not interfere in the work of the Prosecutor's Office, demanding the exact opposite.
2025-05-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (596 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The main opponent is the Reform Party and the government, who are accused of deceit (regarding the temporary tax increases), damaging the economy, and incompetence. The criticism is intense and highly personalized, also targeting specific individuals such as Kaja Kallas and Annely Akkermann. The speaker claims that the opponents fail to grasp the positive impact of tax cuts, even if it were drawn out for them on a blackboard.
2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (597 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The opposition is aimed squarely at the government, which is accused of draining money from the economy and impoverishing the populace. The former finance minister, in particular, faces sharp criticism and has been dubbed the "money laundering minister," a clear reference to his past activities. The critique is intense, focusing both on policy issues (tax hikes) and individual conduct (money laundering).
2025-05-21
War and Peace

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.

The main adversaries are Prime Minister Michal, the Reform Party, and the government as a whole, along with the officials and politicians who made the decisions. The criticism is intense, focusing on procedural failures, a lack of accountability, and bringing the country to the brink of a war situation. Compromise is ruled out, demanding the resignation of the Prime Minister and cabinet members because they failed to be involved in the decision-making process.
2025-05-19
Inquiry regarding labor productivity, Estonia's competitiveness, and cheap labor (no. 742)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The main opponent is the Reform Party and the government, who are accused of destroying Estonia through the relaxation of immigration policies and tax increases. Specific politicians being criticized include Taavi Rõivas for relaxing immigration rules, and Minister Keldo. The criticism is intense and ideological, accusing opponents of concealing the introduction of cheap labor and misleading the public.
2025-05-14
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Strong opposition is aimed at the government coalition and the liberals, who are being labeled as cynics. The criticism targets both the substance of the policy (gender definitions) and specific government members, such as Jürgen Ligi and Riina, whose personal qualities or political consistency are under attack. The opposition is intense and uncompromising.
2025-05-14
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic's Government to submit an application to the European Commission for the exemption of energy production companies from the obligation to purchase CO2 quotas" (619 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The main adversaries are climate activists, the UN climate panel, and "charlatans" and "climate alarmists" who call themselves climate scientists. The criticism is intense and personal, accusing them of creating panic, making false predictions, and selling a massive lie with the goal of taking people's money. Compromise with the opposing side's goals is entirely out of the question.
2025-05-14
Reconsideration of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA), Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The primary opponents are the coalition and the bill's proponents, who stand accused of deliberately violating the constitution and constructing a totalitarian regime. The criticism is intense, featuring accusations of demagoguery and manipulation, particularly noting the use of the "Kremlin agent" label to shut down dissent. Compromise is out of the question as long as the law remains unconstitutional, though support exists for making amendments following a presidential veto.
2025-05-12
Request for information regarding population register entries (no. 754)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The main opponents are the government and the minister, who are accused of violating the law and pushing extremist ideology. The criticism is intense, personal, and moral, accusing the opponents of lying to the voters (claiming to be a "normal country guy" versus voting in favor of trans ideology). Compromise is ruled out.
2025-05-08
Draft Law on Declaring the Security Tax Act Invalid (595 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Strong, personalized opposition has been voiced against the ruling coalition, particularly targeting the Reform Party and ministers Kristen Michal and Mart Võrklaev. The criticism focuses equally on the failed tax policy and political unethical conduct, accusing them of lying and systematically dismantling the rule of law. There is no willingness to compromise; they demand the complete annulment of the tax hikes.
2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and the Value Added Tax Act (594 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the Reform Party (colloquially known as "the Reffies") and the finance specialists they cite. The criticism is intense and personal, accusing the opponents of incompetence, a lack of economic understanding, and presenting false forecasts (regarding both tax increases and decreases). No willingness to compromise is expressed; the opponents are completely discredited as those who "keep stepping on the same rake."
2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE) - third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents have been identified as "progressive, liberal, globalist forces," who are accused of destroying Estonia's energy production capabilities. The criticism is intense, centering on ideological and short-sighted political decisions that have led to the destabilization of the power grid. Compromise is off the table, as the speech concludes with a clear promise to vote against the proposals.
2025-05-07
Sending Estonian Defence Forces to Ukraine

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The confrontation is intense and aimed directly at the government circles led by Prime Minister Michal, who stand accused of recklessly plunging the nation into war and jeopardizing the lives of the Estonian people. The criticism is both personal—referring to Michal as the "Emperor of Empire Estonia"—and moral, casting doubt on their capacity to grasp the gravity of the conflict. Compromise on the matter of deploying troops is entirely out of the question, given that this is an existential issue.
2025-05-07
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The primary opponents are the "ruling clique" and the Reform Party, who face scathing criticism regarding the lack of clarity in their security policy and for previous failures (the Mali catastrophe). The criticism is intense, spanning from the substance of their political agenda to outright questioning of their personal competence.
2025-05-07
Bringing in foreign labor

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The primary opponents are those who advocate for bringing in foreign labor at low wage rates, particularly employers unwilling to pay the average salary. The criticism is intense and highly political, accusing these opponents of acting dishonestly and exploiting legal loopholes—specifically the skilled worker exception—to import cheap labor.
2025-05-07
Sending Estonian soldiers to Ukraine

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The main confrontation is directed at the government, the prime minister, and specific ministers (Pevkur, Kristen Michal), who are accused of destroying Estonia and bringing war upon the country. The criticism is intense and includes both political (sending troops) and personal accusations (madness, incompetence), ruling out any compromise on an issue concerning the survival of the nation.
2025-04-24
Debate on the nationally significant issue "The Drawbacks of Wind Power," initiated by the faction of the Estonian Conservative People's Party.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The opponents are the Reform Party and green transition lobbyists, who are directly accused of corruption, siphoning off 3 billion euros, and handing out subsidies to their cronies. The criticism is intense and personal, calling the opponents' explanations regarding the safety of wind turbines "complete bullshit" and the fraud they are peddling "lies on a Goebbelsian scale." There is no willingness to compromise, as their activities are deemed hostile to the people.
2025-04-23
Government renovation

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The primary target is the ruling coalition, which is being criticized both for political incompetence and for violating the procedural rules of the Riigikogu (with specific reference to Eesti 200). The criticism is intense, accusing the government of being unable to accomplish anything and demanding snap elections. Separately, Kristen Michal is being criticized for incorrectly assessing the government’s ability to function.
2025-04-23
Socialism in a right-wing government

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The primary adversaries are the Reform Party and members of its government (Kaja Kallas, Karmen Joller, Taro). The criticism is intense, ranging from attacks on economic policy (taxes, purchasing power) to ideological and personal smears (socialism, enabling Putinism). The speaker demands that the government exercise greater scrutiny over the public utterances of its members.
2025-04-21
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the security of the Riigikogu e-election process" (576 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The confrontation is aimed at the e-voting system and the institutions that support it, particularly the Electoral Commission and the Supreme Court, which have restricted access for observers. The criticism is intense and procedural, accusing the system of undermining the legitimacy of the elections. Compromise is ruled out, as they are demanding the complete prohibition of the system.
2025-04-17
Draft Law Amending the Value Added Tax Act (593 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The confrontation is aimed at those who mischaracterize the tax cut (like Tanel) and those who exaggerate the negative impact it will have on the budget. The speaker criticizes opponents for "overdramatizing" the budget shortfall and suggests that the state is wasting money elsewhere, where funds are simply being "chucked around."
2025-04-09
The first reading of the draft resolution (569 OE) of the Riigikogu, "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to temporarily suspend the processing of all planning procedures related to wind farms, with a deferral until the establishment of an up-to-date methodology for infrasound measurements and the setting of limit values for sound pressure levels."

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Fierce opposition has been mounted against officials, the Health Board, and politicians, who are accused of corrupt thinking and protecting the interests of businessmen. The criticism is personal and intense, sarcastically labeling opponents as "science believers," "green charlatans," and "iids." The behavior of these opponents is considered reckless and corrupt.
2025-04-09
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (566 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The opposition is directed at the right-wing coalition, which is being criticized for sweeping tax hikes (including car, income, sales/VAT, excise duties, and land tax) and social spending cuts. Particularly sharp criticism is aimed at the immunity granted to banks (specifically Swedish banks). Aivar Sõerd is being criticized for procedurally and substantively undermining the draft bill, despite the positive experience seen in Lithuania.
2025-04-09
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The main criticism is aimed at Anti Allas and, more broadly, opposition politicians, who are being accused of lacking principles and hypocrisy. The attacks are intense and focus on the political flip-flop (supporting the tax while in government, opposing it while in opposition). The criticism targets both political conduct and political substance (the budget is falling apart).
2025-04-08
Draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the "right-wing coalition," which is sharply criticized for breaking promises regarding tax cuts. The criticism is both ideological and procedural, highlighting the contradiction between the coalition's voting record and their alleged right-wing orientation.
2025-04-08
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the bill’s initiator ("Jürgen") and members of the governing coalition (Kristina Kallas, Reili Rand). The criticism is intense, focusing both on the substance of the policy (quotas, categorization) and on procedural and personal aspects (lying, failure to answer questions). No willingness to compromise is evident.
2025-03-27
Board elections of the Riigikogu

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The confrontation is indirect, aimed at other board members whose performance is deemed inferior to Aller's. The criticism is results-oriented and tied to job performance ("better than all other board members"). Direct opponents are not mentioned by name, but their candidate is clearly positioned as superior to the others.
2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The confrontation is intense and ideological, sharply criticizing those who sought partial compromises that would have violated the constitution. Opponents (primarily the Reform Party) are accused of using the "Putinism narrative" as a political cudgel to force others into submission. Criticism is also aimed at Isamaa and the Social Democrats, who allegedly later aligned themselves with EKRE's stance, demonstrating their political weakness or lack of principle.
2025-03-26
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The main confrontation is between the government and Kristen Michal, who is publicly accused of lying and manipulation concerning immigration policy. The criticism targets both the violation of the Riigikogu's rules of procedure and corrupt financing within the defense sector. Compromise is ruled out because this policy is aimed at the destruction of the nation-state.
2025-03-26
The Selection of Ministers

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The main opponent is the Reform Party and the coalition it leads. The criticism is intense and twofold: political (tax hikes) and personal/value-based (the unsuitability of ministers and their lack of a "pro-Estonian stance" regarding ties to Moscow). Attacks are also directed at the Prime Minister’s lack of discretion, and compromise is ruled out, with demands for snap elections.
2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the financing of Russian-language Delfi and ETV+

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the Reform Party government, which is sharply criticized for its policies over the last three years—policies that have led to the Russification of Estonia and the encroachment of the Russian language. The criticism is policy- and results-based, directly accusing the government of handing a "large megaphone" to propagandists who are Russian citizens.
2025-03-17
Inquiry Regarding the Impact of Car Tax on Families with Children (No. 705)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the government, which is being criticized both for its policies (tax hikes) and on the grounds of political ethics, accusing them of dismantling the previous security policy. The criticism is intense and includes strong political labeling ("putinist"), calling into question the government's economic competence and integrity.
2025-03-13
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to assess the risks associated with modified mRNA COVID-19 vaccines" (557 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The main adversaries are former government members (Tanel Kiik, Kaja Kallas’s cabinet), drug manufacturers (Pfizer, Moderna), and the "medical mafia." The criticism is extremely intense and personal, accusing them of lying, establishing totalitarianism, and making enormous profits ("wild money"). Compromise is ruled out, with demands focused solely on finding and punishing the guilty parties.
2025-03-12
National Heritage Fund and Raw Materials Supply Security Partnership

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The main opponent is the ruling "corrupt Estonian clique" and high-ranking government politicians, including Marko Mihkelson and Finance Minister Ligi. The criticism is intense, accusing them of corruption, the selling off of natural resources, and foreign policy failures. The chastising of the Trump administration, which has damaged relations, is particularly strongly criticized.
2025-03-12
Ensuring Estonia's security

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The main opponents are the current Estonian government as a whole, along with specific ministers (Michal, Foreign Minister Tsahkna). The criticism is intense, accusing the government of political failure, lying, and using fear to justify tax increases. There is no willingness to compromise, as the government’s actions are being labeled “bankruptcy” and “shady maneuvering.”
2025-02-27
A written request from 21 members of the Riigikogu expressing a vote of no confidence in Climate Minister Yoko Alender.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary opponents are Climate Minister Yoko Alender and the Reform Party-led government, who stand accused of massive corruption and gross incompetence. The criticism is extremely intense and highly personal, labeling the minister a "tankist" and accusing the entire government (including Michal, Kasemets, and Keldo) of criminal activity. Compromise is ruled out, as the government's actions are viewed as a "scheme to steal," and the attack extends to the justice system (Kapo, the Prosecutor's Office, judges), who are deemed to be under the government's control.
2025-02-26
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is no direct criticism of specific opponents or groups. The first address points to indirect dissatisfaction with the overly broad scope of the discussion, or with the procedure that has complicated what was originally a simple law.
2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponents are the coalition and the social democrats ("Socs"), who are accused of "extortion" with the aim of writing non-citizens' voting rights into the constitution. The criticism is intense and directed both at the political content (the rotten-egg solution) and the procedure (the mutilation of the constitution). The speaker rules out accepting a compromise, promising to vote against the bill if the right for gray passport holders remains included.
2025-02-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Kristen Michal, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The primary target is the Reform Party and the government, which are being intensely attacked both over political decisions (tax increases, energy policy) and issues of personal ethics and conduct (arrogance, insults, corruption). Specific ministers (Läänemets, Ligi, Svet) are being targeted for insulting allies and women. Opponents are being labeled a traveling circus, enemies of the state, and Kremlin stooges, effectively ruling out any possibility of compromise.
2025-02-12
Freedom of Belief and Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The main opponents are the "far-left" officials currently in power, who are accused of unconstitutional activities and tolerating massive corruption (involving cold storage facilities and MoE test procurements). The confrontation is intense and uncompromising, as the opponents' actions are considered violations of democracy and worthy of elimination.
2025-02-12
Damage to Allied Relations by Ministers

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The main opponents are the Reform Party and coalition partners, specifically Minister Lauri Läänemets and Riigikogu member Hanah Lahe. The criticism is intense and focuses on the government's moral and ethical deficiencies (double standards) and behavior that damages allied relations. No willingness to compromise has been expressed; specific disciplinary measures are being demanded from the Prime Minister.
2025-02-11
A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary opponent is Läänemets, a government colleague, who is sharply criticized for jeopardizing allied relations with the United States. The criticism is both personal and substantive, focusing on the opponent's rhetoric (comparing the US to Russia and China) and his alleged incompetence and inappropriate behavior ("shouting abuse").
2025-01-30
Draft law amending § 5 of the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (530 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Estonian Parliament, fifth session, plenary session.

The opposition is directed at the legal arguments presented by "a group of lawyers" who claim that the draft bill is unconstitutional. The criticism is procedural and legal, focusing on the bill's deficiencies (its temporary nature, the selection of countries, and the appropriate level of the law) within the context of the constitution.
2025-01-29
The situation in the country.

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The primary adversaries are the government and policymakers, who are being criticized for making false claims and engaging in financial manipulation concerning energy costs. The criticism is intense and focused on policy, accusing the opponents of driving existing cheap energy production (oil shale) into bankruptcy through excessive fees and taxes. The speaker categorically refutes the opposing side's arguments, effectively ruling out any compromise on their current policies.
2025-01-29
Energetics

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The primary opponents are the ruling coalition (especially its two largest components), which is criticized for its decision-making procedures (ignoring the Riigikogu) and its fundamental lack of competence. The opposition is intense, accusing the government of corrupt behavior ("handouts to their cronies") and driving the country into bankruptcy. Criticism is also directed at the "wind lobbyists."
2025-01-27
Inquiry regarding elementary school textbooks (no. 672)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The main opponents are the Minister of Education (who is labeled "completely unfit for office") and those responsible for the Riigikogu's rules of procedure. The criticism is intense and covers both procedural violations and personal accusations of lying and incompetence. The speaker refuses to participate in the system's "sham," which precludes any compromise with the opponents.
2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The primary confrontation is aimed at the government coalition, specifically the Reform Party and the ministers (Kristen Michal, Võrklaev). The criticism is intense and personal, accusing them of incompetent management, covering up holes in state finances, and brazenly lying to people's faces regarding the issue of pension taxation. The opposition is absolute, demanding a vote against the draft bill.
2024-12-11
War and Peace

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The main opponents are the Minister, who refuses to comment on a critical security issue, and former high-ranking state officials who land positions in companies connected to public funds. The criticism is intense and focuses on the lack of transparency and ethical problems, especially in the field of national defense.
2024-12-09
Inquiry regarding phosphate mining plans (no. 664)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is sharply criticized for its previous governing style and dishonesty. The criticism is procedural and targets their credibility, accusing the government of using attractive rhetoric to mask their actual decisions. The confrontation is intense and uncompromising, demanding a clear negative response to the mining plans.
2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the government, the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Social Affairs, and the Finance Committee. The criticism is directed both at the policies (excise tax hikes) and at the personal qualities of the opponents (stupidity, insensitivity, and overzealousness). The intensity of the criticism is extremely high, and compromise is ruled out, as the speaker sees the only solution in a change of government.
2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu concerning "The use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling the Republic of Estonia's international obligations as part of the United Kingdom's joint expeditionary force" (483 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary groups facing criticism are the National Defence Committee, the Ministry of Defence, and the General Staff, who are accused of failing to grasp the changes in the security situation and adhering to outdated routines. The criticism is intense and focuses on political inexpediency, constitutional violations, and the waste of resources. No willingness to compromise is expressed; instead, the rejection of the objectionable draft legislation is demanded.
2024-12-04
Offshore wind farms

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The main opponent is the government, specifically the Reform Party and the Minister of Finance, who acts as the representative of Eesti Energia’s owner. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, accusing the government of systematic actions aimed at liquidating the oil shale energy sector and driving Eesti Energia into bankruptcy. No willingness to compromise has been expressed; instead, they are demanding a change in policy.
2024-12-03
First reading of the draft resolution "Increasing the Republic of Estonia's participation in the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development" (542 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main targets of criticism are the Reform Party's "liberal regime" and Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, who is accused of incompetence, humiliating parliament, and muddling the issue. The criticism operates on both a political level (tax hikes, international financing) and a personal level (attire, inability to answer questions). Compromise is ruled out because, in his estimation, the draft bill is "wrong and bad."
2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main groups being criticized are coalition MPs, especially the Social Democrats and the Reform Party, who are accused of consistently lying and creating a mechanism that aids pedophiles under the guise of the Child Protection Act. The criticism is both policy-based and personal, pointing specifically to an MP who was caught taking pictures of minors and was subsequently rewarded with the position of committee chairman. Compromise is morally out of the question, as this is a matter of children's safety.
2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

A strong opposition movement is aimed at the coalition, criticizing their heavy-handed approach and political tactics, such as labeling opponents as "Putinists." The criticism is both political (regarding the expansion of voting rights) and procedural, accusing the coalition of mere politicking and disregarding the facts.
2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the government coalition, especially the Reform Party, which is accused of hypocrisy regarding the removal of rights (referencing the COVID era, hate speech legislation, and gun restrictions). The criticism is intense and addresses both political consistency and the procedural strong-arming used to push through constitutional amendments. Opponents are accused of "propaganda" and "labeling," and they are being called upon to seek compromise "across the board."
2024-11-20
Amendment of the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The main opponent is the governing coalition, which is being sharply criticized both for its arrogant procedural conduct and the substance of the proposed legislation. The criticism is intense, accusing the coalition of undermining the constitution and massively granting suffrage to citizens of the aggressor state, implying that they are pursuing "Putin’s agenda." Compromise is ruled out if it involves voting rights for non-citizens.
2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The primary opposition is aimed at the Reform Party-led government and the liberal regime, who stand accused of economic destruction and forcing through an unmandated agenda. The criticism is intense, spanning from substantive political issues (tax hikes) to procedural dishonesty (simulating parliamentary debate and discarding the rules of procedure entirely). Opponents are also accused of misrepresenting historical facts (e.g., concerning the Paris Climate Agreement).
2024-11-13
Statements by the Defence Forces Commander regarding the war reaching Estonia.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is being accused of presenting contradictory claims and living in a "parallel world," a situation that has led to a dangerous outcome. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, focusing on the government's escalating foreign policy choices that jeopardize Estonian security. No willingness to compromise is expressed; rather, a change in policy is demanded.
2024-11-13
Security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The main opponent is the Reform Party and the Prime Minister, who are being accused of sowing panic and pursuing cynical political goals. The criticism is intense and accusatory, focusing both on the government's procedural conduct (laughing, scolding) and its political failure (the collapse of the security myth). The possibility of compromise is not mentioned; instead, clear messages are being demanded from the government.
2024-11-13
Government action plan in light of the results of the US presidential election

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The main opponents are the chairman and the prime minister, who are criticized for procedural deficiencies (the inability to compel a response). Political opposition is expressed by highlighting the vote against the Paris Climate Agreement, thereby positioning themselves as opponents of the government's climate policy.
2024-11-13
Regional policy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The main opponent is the current government and coalition, who are sharply criticized for incompetence, the centralization of decision-making power, and the ridiculing of serious issues. The criticism is aimed at the government’s political direction, which involves cutting funding for public transport and runs completely counter to regional development. The intensity of the opposition is very high.
2024-11-13
Breathing Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The main opponent is the Reform Party and the government, who are being accused of shattering security myths and weakening the country’s defense systems. The criticism is intense, alleging that the government is stifling political debate and implying that the cabinet plans to be the first to flee the country in the event of a crisis ("will leave on the first boat"). The criticism targets both policy and specific individuals (Kaja Kallas).
2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The opposition is directed at those who support state funding for abortion and present arguments that link poverty to the right to be born. The criticism is intense and philosophical, accusing the opposing side of eugenic logic and promoting the elimination of human beings due to financial shortfalls.
2024-10-23
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The main adversaries are Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi and the coalition (Reform Party, Social Democrats). The criticism is intense, encompassing both personal attacks (insults, incompetence, lack of touch with reality) and political criticism (economic decline). Coalition supporters are being accused of a lust for power and disregard for women's dignity, demanding the minister's swift replacement.
2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The main opponents are Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets and the government, who are accused of abuse of power, jeopardizing security, and establishing a police state. The criticism is intense and personal, demanding Läänemets' immediate resignation due to the Lihula events. Raimond Kaljulaid is also criticized for "stupid questions," and there is support for a motion of no confidence against Jürgen Ligi for insulting women.
2024-10-23
Supporting Ukraine

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The main opposition is directed at the Estonian government’s inaction concerning the deserters who have arrived from Ukraine, as well as its plans to send Estonian troops to Ukraine. The criticism is intense and politically motivated, accusing the government of failing to take any steps whatsoever to help the deserters currently here return.
2024-10-23
Ministers' deceit

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The main opponents are the Reform Party, Minister Jürgen Ligi, and Prime Minister Kristen Michal’s government. The criticism is intense and personal, focusing on the minister’s dishonesty, misogyny, and evasion of responsibility. The speaker contrasts the conduct of ministers from their own party (EKRE) with that of the Reform Party minister, stressing that their minister has never spoken in such a manner.
2024-10-21
Inquiry Regarding Tax Increases (No. 647)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the Reform Party, Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, and Prime Minister Kaja Kallas. The criticism is extremely intense, encompassing both political failures (tax hikes, economic recession) and personal attacks (misogyny, incompetence, inability to apologize). The opponent's excuses (the war, the Nordic market, COVID) are dismissed as "complete rubbish" and categorically rejected, ruling out any compromise with the government's explanations.
2024-10-21
Request for Information Regarding Prison Space Rental (no. 645)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The primary opponent is the government, specifically the Minister of Justice and the Eesti 200 party, who are accused of subservience to officials and outright incompetence. The criticism is intense and personal, accusing the government of acting as "simpletons" who are willing to "plunder" the country. The Netherlands and Sweden are also criticized as nations currently suffering a crime explosion due to mass immigration.
2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other laws thereof (505 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the government, the Riigikogu Board, and Justice Minister Pakosta, who are accused of routinely violating laws. The criticism is both procedural (poor legislative drafting, relocating institutions before the law is formally enacted) and political, suggesting the Supreme Court holds a political bias aimed at keeping EKRE out of power. Compromise is ruled out, as this represents a fundamental opposition to the violation of the rule of law.
2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the government and its ministers, who are criticized both for their political decisions (cuts) and for violating moral and ethical standards (violating the oath of office and the constitution). The attacks are intense and personal, accusing the government of undisguised hostility towards children and families and the destruction of Estonia. The opposition is absolute, and compromise is ruled out.
2024-10-10
Draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.

The main criticized parties are the Social Affairs Committee and the Ministry of Social Affairs, who are accused of procedural failure and "defending the honor of the uniform." The criticism is intense and focuses on the fact that these institutions allowed a provision endangering the safety of children to be included in the draft bill.
2024-10-09
Draft law (496 SE) for amending the Social Welfare Act and the Act Regulating the Provision of Health Care Services (regarding the provision of independent nursing care in 24-hour special care services) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.

The primary adversaries are the proponents of the bill, who are criticized for creating financial chaos and are blamed for the resulting "muddle." The criticism is aimed at the substandard quality of policy implementation and financial planning, citing the warnings issued by the service providers' association. It is suspected that the opposing side is attempting to offload the costs onto local municipalities.
2024-10-09
Phosphorite mining

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The primary opponent is the Reform Party, which faces intense criticism on both a personal and ethical level, with accusations ranging from dishonesty, theft, and shady dealings. The attacks are high-intensity, and compromise is ruled out due to a complete lack of trust in the opposing side. The opponent’s actions are constantly compared to previous failures and scandals (aviation, Rail Baltic, money laundering).
2024-10-09
Mass immigration of labor

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The main adversary is the government and the prime minister, who are accused of spreading false narratives to the public and deliberately dismantling the Estonian nation-state. The criticism is intense and politically charged, accusing the government of reducing Estonians to a minority in their own homeland.
2024-10-09
About Market Economy in Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The main opponents are the government led by the Reform Party, the prime minister, and government member Lauri Läänemets. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, accusing the government of destroying the market economy and implementing socialist methods. This stark opposition is highlighted, ruling out any compromise with the government's economic direction.
2024-10-07
Inquiry regarding road construction and four-lane roads (no 408)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The primary adversary is the government and the minister, who face severe criticism for dodging questions and failing to present a concrete road construction plan. The criticism targets political incompetence and insufficient funding, pointing out that the current administration is merely taking credit (cutting ribbons) for projects initiated by previous governments, including the EKRE administration. The opposition is intense and accuses the government of deliberately misleading the public.
2024-10-07
Inquiry Regarding Via Baltica (No. 234)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The confrontation is aimed at the current government, which is being criticized for failing to complete the Via Baltica project and for the lack of necessary funding. The criticism is based on both policy and performance, as the government stands accused of incompletely implementing projects initiated by the previous administration (during the EKRE government's tenure).
2024-09-26
Prime Minister Kaja Kallas's political statement regarding the submission of the draft law on the 2025 state budget.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The main opponents are the Reform Party and Prime Minister Kristen Michal, who are accused of continuing Kaja Kallas's policies and displaying hypocrisy regarding borrowing. The criticism is intense, ranging from political choices (tax hikes, the green transition) to ethical accusations (depleting reserves, undermining national defense). The opposition is absolute, as, in the speaker's estimation, the draft budget is completely unacceptable.
2024-09-25
Draft law (469 SE) for the ratification of the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Convention No. 190 concerning the elimination of violence and harassment in the world of work – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The primary criticism is aimed at Mrs. Pakosta and the "progressives," who stand accused of deliberate falsehoods and the use of vulgar demagoguery. The critique is intensely personal and ideological, charging the opponents with introducing "extremist radical ideology" and a "perverse agenda" into the Riigikogu. Compromise is ruled out entirely, as the actions of the opposing side are deemed unacceptable and unethical.
2024-09-25
Economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The primary opposition is the Reform Party government and Kristen Michal, who are being blamed for doubling the national debt and driving the economy into the ground. The criticism is intense, encompassing both political accusations and personal insults ("crazed borrowers," "double-dealing talk"). Compromise has been ruled out, with demands for the government to step down.
2024-09-25
About the Estonian economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The main opponent is the Reform Party and Kaja Kallas's government, who are accused of causing the economic recession and mismanaging state finances. The criticism is intense, focusing both on political decisions (tax increases, borrowing) and the opposing side's inability to admit mistakes and self-reflect. Opponents are accused of spreading "fake news and false narratives."
2024-09-25
Security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is criticized both for its lack of political will and for aggressively pushing through harmful policies (such as the car tax and mass immigration). The criticism is intense and accusatory, suggesting that the government is controlled by the Social Democrats and acts submissively.
2024-09-24
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Funded Pensions Act and Other Acts (464 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The opposition is aimed at the "liberal regime" and the ministers personally, who are accused of destroying the Estonian economy and causing poverty. The criticism is intense and covers both political failure and personal issues, raising questions about the minister's standard of living despite their high salary. No willingness to compromise has been expressed; instead, answers are being demanded.
2024-09-23
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Annul the Decision of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Regarding the Closure of the Consulate General of the Republic of Estonia in New York" (328 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The main criticism is directed at the current government, which is accused of rigidity in decision-making and an inability to admit its mistakes ("they just keep the pedal to the metal"). The criticism is both political (concerning the necessity of the shutdown) and procedural (the late discussion of the draft legislation). The government’s argument for saving money is viewed as incomprehensible and dishonest, especially considering the large expenditures being made elsewhere.
2024-09-23
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Move the Embassy of the Republic of Estonia in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem" (325 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The opposition is directed both at foreign policy intervention in the Middle East and at the procedural requirements (the 51-vote requirement) imposed by the Riigikogu Board. The criticism is both procedural and political, focusing on the requirement's lack of justification, since it is not related to changing laws or involving major expenditures.
2024-09-18
Second reading of the Draft Act (359 SE) on amendments to the Law on the Organization of the Energy Economy, the Electricity Market Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System Act

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The opposition is directed at those who promote the positive narrative of the renewable energy transition and promise economic growth. The criticism is political, focusing on the alleged dishonesty in concealing costs and the unrealistic nature of the promises. Opponents are accused of shifting costs amounting to billions onto the shoulders of the Estonian people.
2024-09-18
Economic stimulus

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The primary target is the government and the Reform Party, who stand accused of destroying the economy, engaging in corruption, and prioritizing businessmen affiliated with the party. The criticism is intense, featuring accusations of "Goebbelsian lies" and liberal totalitarianism. Furthermore, the Prosecutor's Office is criticized for its alleged bias: ignoring the Reform Party's missteps while investigating their competitors with full vigor.
2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The confrontation is intense and directed against the entire ruling "liberal globalist regime" and the associated constitutional institutions, which are considered ideologically corrupt. The criticism is primarily ideological and procedural, accusing opponents (including Maris Lauri) of excessive prohibitions, issuing commands, and trampling on the law. Compromise is ruled out because the system is viewed as fundamentally flawed.
2024-09-16
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Act on Restrictions on the Acquisition of Immovable Property (321 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The main opponents are political forces who are being criticized for the mass admission of individuals with unvetted backgrounds, primarily Russian speakers, which has created a security threat. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, accusing them of failing to protect the areas surrounding critical infrastructure and economically harming the Estonian people.
2024-09-16
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Development of Measures for Increasing the Birth Rate" (208 OE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The main opponent is "the government," which is being criticized both for its political decisions (cutting benefits, closing small schools) and for its ideological stances. The attack is highly intense and personal, accusing the government of holding a scornful and vile attitude toward motherhood, and effectively sending out the message: "Don't have children."
2024-09-11
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Family Benefits Act (329 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The main targets of criticism are big business owners, or the owner class, who benefit from the suppression of labor costs. Also sharply criticized is the policy that encourages immigration through social benefits, deeming it unfair toward Estonians. The criticism is aimed at political mechanisms and economic consequences.
2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Reform Party and Kaja Kallas’s governments, who are accused of long-term damage and obstruction of national defense. The criticism is intense, encompassing both historical political errors (the desire for a professional army, intelligence cuts) as well as ethical accusations (misleading the public, funneling money into the defense industry). Compromise is ruled out because the speaker is "unfortunately not satisfied" with what has happened.
2024-09-11
Constitutional Rights of Citizens

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The opposition is aimed at the government as a whole, especially the Prime Minister and the Minister of the Interior, who are accused of direct violation of the law and avoiding political responsibility. The criticism is both procedural (throwing the police under the bus) and political (enforcing the Russian historical narrative), and it is extremely intense. The speaker demands the dismissal of the police chiefs to prove that this was not a government order.
2024-09-11
Validity of the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The main opponents are members of the government (Läänemets, Michal, the Prime Minister), who are subject to intense and personal criticism. The criticism targets the government’s narrative, which is viewed as contemptuous toward Estonia’s historical defenders and similar to the Moscow narrative. The confrontation is absolute, with the government being accused of failing to advance the Estonian cause.
2024-09-11
The confiscation of the Lihula monument by the PPA

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The primary opponents are ministers and government representatives, who are criticized for lying, disrespect, and harassment. The criticism is intense, personal, and procedural, labeling the opposing side as "representatives of the regime." There is no willingness to compromise, necessitating the intervention of the session chair to call the opposing side to order.
2024-09-11
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The main adversaries are the governments of Kaja Kallas and Kristen Michal, which are viewed as a single continuing administration that engages in relentless lying both to the Riigikogu and the public. The criticism is intense and targets both personal integrity and budgetary procedures, especially the allocation of questionable subsidies. No willingness to compromise is evident; instead, explanations and an end to the lying are demanded.
2024-09-11
Rule of Law

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The primary opponents are the liberal government, the Prime Minister, and Interior Minister Läänemets, who are accused of trampling on constitutional rights. The criticism is intense and accusatory, focusing on the abuse of power, selective enforcement of laws, and unequal treatment (e.g., comparing the cases of the Bronze Soldier and the Lihula monument). There is no willingness to compromise, as the government's actions are being labeled illegal.
2024-09-09
Inquiry Regarding the Work of Kristina Kallas (No. 632)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The primary confrontation is with the Reform Party-led government, which stands accused of Russification and outright lying. The criticism is intense and highly personalized, aimed directly at the ministers (Kallas, Svet, Läänemets) due to their ideological stances, such as Estophobia, laying flowers at the Bronze Soldier monument, and historical revisionism. The government is widely regarded as Kaja Kallas’s continuation government, a government that has completely failed.
2024-07-29
A written demand submitted by 23 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Infrastructure, Vladimir Svet.

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.

The main opponents are the Reform Party and the Social Democrats, who are accused of deceit, duplicity, Estophobia, and organizing "thought control." The criticism is intense and ideological, focusing on the opponents' moral instability and political corruption (the buying of power with a ministerial post). Compromise is ruled out; the goal is the exposure of the opponents' ridiculous hypocrisy.
2024-07-29
Third Reading of the Draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA)

The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.

The main opponent is the government and all members of parliament who intend to vote for the tax law, and who are accused of knowingly supporting flawed policy. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, accusing the government of lying and implementing economically damaging policies. Compromise is completely ruled out, with demands for the tax to be rejected and a promise to repeal it.
2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The main opponent is the government and the coalition parties, who are criticized both for their policies (tax hikes are ruining society) and for moral dishonesty ("brutally lying to our faces" under the guise of national defense needs). Compromise is ruled out because, in the speaker's view, the bill should not move forward at all, and there is a call for public resistance.
2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The primary opponent is Kristen Michal and the coalition he is forming, who are being accused of continuing Kaja Kallas’s policies. The criticism is intense, focusing both on political decisions (tax hikes, the green tax) and ethical questions (lying and mislabeling taxes). There is no sign of a willingness to compromise; the attacks are sharp.
2024-07-15
Extraordinary Election of the Riigikogu Vice-Speakers

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker clearly and confidently positions their party as the largest opposition party. The opposition stance is expressed through the demand for a seat on the Riigikogu Board, which is traditionally the opposition's preserve. Specific opponents or their policies are not criticized; the focus is on procedural rights.
2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The primary adversary is Kaja Kallas's continuing government, now led by Michal, which stands accused of destroying Estonia and plundering enormous sums of money. The criticism is intense and policy-driven (tax hikes, the green transition, Rail Baltic), but it also employs personal accusations, labeling the government's actions as "scams" and "deception." Former finance ministers (Helme, Ratas) are cited as the scapegoats the government uses to deflect blame for the budget crisis.
2024-06-10
Inquiry regarding Ukraine's Accession to the European Union (No. 613)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The primary adversary is the government, which is being sharply criticized for supporting Ukraine’s accession to the European Union without having previously conducted any calculations or forecasts regarding the impact this would have on Estonia. The criticism is both procedural and policy-based, accusing the government of failing to protect national interests and demonstrating incompetence.
2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main adversary is the ruling party and the coalition, who stand accused of plunging the Estonian people into poverty and driving businesses toward bankruptcy. The criticism is intense and focuses on political priorities, particularly the massive expenditures that are creating a budget deficit and necessitating the car tax.
2024-06-03
The written motion for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology, Tiit Riisalo, submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The main opponents are the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology Tiit Riisalo, his predecessor, the government, and the coalition, who are accused of covering up a conflict of interest and fostering impunity. The criticism is intense and targets both ethical violations (the hiring of lobbyists) and political brazenness ("the liberal regime"). Compromise is ruled out; the removal of the minister and the deputy secretary general is demanded.
2024-05-29
Government Spending Policy

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The confrontation is aimed at the government, which is being sharply criticized for breaking election promises, raising taxes, and poor management of state finances. The criticism is policy-driven, demanding the immediate suspension of the Rail Baltic project as the key to solving the budget deficit. Opponents are accused of searching for money "terribly poorly."
2024-05-29
Broken promises

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The main opponent is the Reform Party and the governing coalition, who are accused of systematic lying and breaking promises, especially concerning pensioners. The criticism is intense and targets both policy (the budget deficit, tax hikes) and the credibility of specific party members (Akkermann, Paet, Pevkur). The opponents' actions are described as misleading the public.
2024-05-28
Second Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Reform Party and the governing coalition (the Social Democrats, Eesti 200), who are criticized both for their policies (tax hikes, debt) and through personal attacks (comparisons to Putinists, Kaja Kallas’s family business). The opposition is intense and uncompromising, urging voters not to support coalition representatives in the European elections.
2024-05-27
Interpellation concerning events in care homes (No. 571)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The primary confrontation is aimed at the oversight body, which stands accused of political bias and procedural failures. The criticism is intense, focusing on the lack of proper supervision and the squandering of taxpayer money on ineffective activities. The opponent's actions are ridiculed as mere "amusing statements" and "wasteful undertakings."
2024-05-27
Interpellation concerning the collection of data on post-abortion complications (No. 550)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The main opponents are the minister (for incompetence and failure to respond), the government (for funding ideological propaganda), and "screaming radical feminists." The criticism is both procedural (lack of data) and intensely ideological, accusing opponents of promoting a "satanic death culture." Compromise is ruled out because this is a confrontation based on fundamental worldviews.
2024-05-27
Interpellation concerning the need for prenatal protection of the right to life of children (No. 554)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The main opponent is the government, which is intensely criticized on a values basis, labeling them anti-family and anti-child. The criticism extends beyond politics, suggesting that the government promotes radical, anti-humanist ideas about ending human reproduction. The possibility of compromise is not mentioned; instead, there is sharp opposition to "liberal logic."
2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Language Act and the Public Transport Act (Bill 397 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main groups being criticized are intellectuals and academics, who are pejoratively labeled as "red professors" and third-rate figures. The primary structural threat is directed at mass immigration coming from Slavic countries, which is considered the main factor in the subversion of the nation-state. The criticism is intense and existential.
2024-05-13
Interpellation regarding the suffrage of Russian citizens in Estonian local government elections during Russia's war against Ukraine (No. 624)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The criticism is directed at the opposing side, which, in the speaker's estimation, pursues policies that foster alienation and radicalization. The criticism is policy-based, highlighting the contradiction in the opponent’s actions: they engage in gestures that provoke hatred (the Russian church, the Narva tank) while simultaneously avoiding essential problems (voting rights, immigration). The intensity of the attack is high, directly accusing the opposing side of damaging Estonia’s security.
2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary adversaries are the institutions administering the e-voting system (the Electoral Service, RIA) and the "liberal-globalist parties" and coalition members who benefit from the system. The criticism is intense and systematic, accusing the opposing side of concealing data and being unable to refute suspicions of massive election fraud. Compromise is ruled out because, in the speaker’s estimation, the system is “rotten to the core.”
2024-05-08
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The opposition is intense and highly personalized, aimed directly at the Prime Minister and the government. The criticism centers on the government's dishonesty (specifically, breaking tax promises), poor economic management, and the use of propaganda. The attacks are sharp, ranging from personal ridicule of government members to bringing up the past activities of the Prime Minister's father.
2024-05-08
Election Promises and the Fulfillment of Agreements

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The confrontation is directed straight against the Prime Minister and the government, who are accused of Russification and ruining the state's finances. The criticism is intense, including personal attacks (a reference to the Prime Minister's father, who belonged to the Soviet nomenclature) and accusations of breaking election promises. Compromise is ruled out, with demands for the Prime Minister's resignation.
2024-05-06
A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The main opponent is the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas, and the Ministry of Education and Research. Criticism is aimed both at the Minister's administrative incompetence (spreading misinformation, breaking promises) and her political values (an alleged anti-Estonian stance and the building of a multicultural Estonia). The opposition is uncompromising, demanding the Minister's resignation and citing analogous resignations in Lithuania.
2024-04-30
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The main opponents are the governing coalition, who are referred to as "liberals or socialists." The criticism is intense and focuses on ethical shortcomings, lying to voters, and breaking promises. The attacks target both policy and the personal level (a lack of shame).
2024-04-29
Interpellation concerning the state funding of elective abortions (No. 606)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The confrontation is aimed at the government as a whole, which is accused of being anti-family and exacerbating the demographic crisis. The criticism is intense and ranges from political failure (the demographic crisis) to deeply moral accusations ("manifesto of the culture of death"). The government's priorities (e.g., the legalization of same-sex marriage) are considered inadequate and detrimental.
2024-04-29
Inquiry regarding pressure exerted by the European Central Bank on the Basel Committee (No. 628)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main opponents are the European Central Bank and its ideological agenda (ESG, green terror), as well as the Bank of Estonia, which is being warned against going along with Brussels’ foolishness. The criticism is intense, focusing on political failure (inflation) and exceeding the mandate in enforcing the ideological agenda. The opponents’ policies are described as economy-destroying and illegitimate.
2024-04-18
Discussion of the matter of significant national importance, initiated by the Environmental Committee, titled "The necessity and possibilities of introducing nuclear energy in Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main adversaries are the "liberals," Kaja Kallas's government, and the proponents of "green terror," who are blamed for putting the country on a path to bankruptcy and causing the economic crisis. The criticism is intense, focusing on political decisions (tax increases, the green transition) and ideological direction, labeling it a "hardcore communist plan." There is no willingness to compromise, as the opponents' policies are viewed as contrary to rationality.
2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main targets of the criticism are the governing coalition, the Riigikogu board, and the committees, who are accused of violating the rights of the MPs and disregarding the law. The criticism is predominantly procedural and political, claiming that the coalition no longer deems it necessary to take the opposition into account or seek compromises. Compromise is ruled out; the goal is to halt the proceedings.
2024-04-16
Third Reading of the Draft Act (351 SE) concerning the Act amending the Electricity Market Act and other Acts (Termination of Universal Service and Ensuring Security of Supply)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The opposition has been expressed as a procedural maneuver (the request for an adjournment), which is aimed at temporarily halting the legislative process before a critical vote. This tactic signals strong opposition to Bill 351 SE.
2024-04-15
Inquiry concerning traffic management on national roads (No. 608)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The primary controversy is directed at the Riigikogu Board and the minister, who are being criticized for violating the law due to missing the deadline for answering an interpellation. The criticism is intense and focuses on procedural failure and a lack of accountability.
2024-04-04
Elections of the Riigikogu Board

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker clearly represents the interests of the opposition and indirectly criticizes the previous election of the Riigikogu Board, where the tradition of involving the opposition broke down ("went completely wrong"). The criticism is procedural, emphasizing the need for dignified representation of the opposition on the Board.
2024-04-03
Second Reading of the Bill on the Amendment of the Electronic Communications Act and the Nature Conservation Act (392 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act" (279 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main criticism is aimed at government and ministry officials, whose policies and claims are deemed insincere and contrary to logic. The opposition is intense and focuses on political negligence and inconsistencies (e.g., the contradiction between narratives of integration and return). Criticism is also directed at members of the commission who were "furiously irritated" by the proposal for Ukrainian-language education.
2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Enhancing the Exercise of Administrative Oversight over the Prosecutor's Office" (280 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The primary targets are "liberals," the ruling party, and the leadership of the Prosecutor's Office, all of whom stand accused of abuse of power and political persecution. The criticism is intense, alleging that the prosecutor's office has been deployed in the service of the ruling party to ruin opposition politicians (citing examples such as the eight-euro haircut and the expense claims of Kert Kingo and Kalle Grünthal). Compromise is ruled out because the entire system is deemed "rotten to the core."
2024-04-02
Interpellation concerning the abuse of power by the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) in connection with the unlawful suppression of freedom of speech and expression (No. 620)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main confrontation is directed against Interior Minister Lauri Läänemets and the Social Democrats, who stand accused of justifying the abuse of power and offering political cover to lawbreakers. The criticism is intense and personal, directly demanding the dismissal of either the police chief or the minister, thereby ruling out any compromise on the issue of systemic lawbreaking.
2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning men of mobilization age from Ukraine in Estonia (No. 619)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary adversary is the Estonian government, which faces criticism for its stubbornness, lack of resolve, and for constantly seeking excuses when it comes to aiding Ukraine. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, centering on the government's inefficiency and behavior that defies logic. There is no apparent willingness to compromise on the government's positions.
2024-04-01
Interpellation Regarding Mass Immigration (No. 617)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The opposition is directed at the government and the minister, who are accused of failing to restrict immigration and distracting the Riigikogu (Parliament) with irrelevant topics (such as the progressive income tax). Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is personally criticized for her aggressive communication style—she is accused of "barking." The criticism is intense and calls into question the government's ability to control migration.
2024-04-01
Interpellation to the Government of the Republic concerning plans to increase immigration (No. 614)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main criticism is directed against the government, which allows the quota to be significantly exceeded due to immigration exceptions and is unable to present accurate data regarding the number of Ukrainian war refugees. The criticism is rooted in policy and administrative capacity, claiming that the government's actions are making the people of Estonia poorer.
2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the consequences of reducing family benefits (No. 561)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary target is Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, who faces intense personal criticism, with opponents labeling her a "pathological liar." The criticism also encompasses several government policies, including the removal of child benefits, the proposed car tax, school closures, and green policy initiatives. These attacks are both intense and highly personal, effectively ruling out any compromise with the government's current course.
2024-04-01
Interpellation Concerning the Undermining of the State's Foundations (No. 523)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main opponents are the Reform Party and Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, who is personally attacked (with references to her communist background) and accused of undemocratic behavior. The criticism is directed at the government's actions in "defiling" the concept of family and twisting the principles of democracy. Compromise is ruled out, as the speaker demands the reversal of the law.
2024-03-20
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Election Act, the Local Government Council Election Act, and the European Parliament Election Act (292 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary objects of criticism are the compositions of the Riigikogu (Parliament) that refuse to change the system, and the Supreme Court, which has upheld the laws despite having expressed dissatisfaction. The criticism is directed at the legitimacy of the system and procedures, not at individuals.
2024-03-18
Inquiry concerning the justification of the activities of the Prosecutor's Office and the Security Police Board (KaPo) (No. 528)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The primary criticism targets the Prosecutor's Office for legal violations and its failure to implement an internal disciplinary mechanism—a critique that is both procedural and institutional. Criticism is also leveled at the Prosecutor General, who maintains that "everything is fine," and the Minister of Justice, who is being called upon to intervene via supervisory action.
2024-03-18
Interpellation concerning problems related to the restriction on official actions (No. 320)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main targets of criticism are the Prosecutor's Office, the Prosecutor General, and the ministers whose administrative area heads secretly record them. The criticism is aimed at institutional integrity and ethical conduct, being procedural and ethical rather than politically broad-based.
2024-03-13
First reading of the Draft Decision of the Riigikogu (322 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Prepare a Comprehensive National Defence Development Vision Extending up to the Year 2045 and a New Extraordinary National Defence Development Plan Deriving from It, Extending up to the Year 2034"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The opposition is strong and directed at the current ruling parties, who are accused of incompetence and inaction. The criticism focuses on the government's inability to change course, stressing that those who worsened the situation cannot fix it, which rules out any compromise with the current leadership.
2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Increasing the Birth Rate of the Estonian People" (283 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is accused of actively cutting family security and benefits, and of implementing a new tax burden (the car tax). The criticism is intense and is aimed both at political decisions and at the government's inaction and hypocrisy. No willingness to compromise is expressed in the speech; instead, immediate action is demanded from the opposing side.
2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Lower the Value Added Tax on Foodstuffs and Medicines to 5 Percent" (272 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The main opponent is the government and the Reform Party, who are accused of poor management of state finances (record debt and deficits) and favoring the higher-paid (income tax reform). The criticism is intense and policy-driven, accusing the government of exacerbating the recession and making people's lives harder. The ruling parties are also referred to as "neo-Marxists" and "tax hikers."
2024-03-13
What was discussed with Macron

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The main target is a government official who is directly accused of lying to the Estonian public regarding the substance of the Paris meeting. The criticism is intense, focusing on the lack of transparency and the potential danger posed by the government's actions—specifically, the possibility of going to war with Russia—which is being labeled "madness." Compromise has been ruled out, with demands for a clear and categorical political exclusion.
2024-03-12
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Government of the Republic Act (276 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

The main opponents are government politicians and the "Reform regime," as well as the heads of security agencies, who are accused of bias and seeking excuses. The criticism is intense and personal, referring to the "crocodile tears" of spies and politicians and questioning the legitimacy of the appointment of the KAPO chief.
2024-03-12
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Organization Act (Bill 289 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

The opponents' positions are sharply criticized, labeling them as anti-democratic and arguments for dictatorship that prioritize the stability of governance at the expense of legitimacy. The criticism is intense and targets the opposition's core arguments (rebellion, instability). The speaker also refutes the myth that a referendum automatically triggers snap elections.
2024-03-11
Interpellation Concerning the Negative Impacts of the Motor Vehicle Tax on Families with Children (No. 602)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The main opponent is the government, whose policies are accused of radicalism and attempting to cause the extinction of the Estonian people. The criticism is intense and ideological, directly attacking the government’s stated justifications (the goals of nature conservation and debt reduction) as irrelevant while the population is dying out.
2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning business activities originating in Estonia and related to Russia during the War in Ukraine (No. 598)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary adversary is Kaja Kallas and her inner circle, towards whom complete distrust is expressed. The criticism is intense and personal, accusing them of flat-out lying and being wrong about the facts by massive orders of magnitude. The credibility of the information presented by the government is completely ruled out.
2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary adversary is the current government, which is criticized both for its policies (cutting subsidies, increasing the tax burden, closing schools) and on the basis of values ("establishing perverse ideologies through law"). The intensity of the criticism is extremely high, accusing the government of ignoring the fate of Estonians and exhibiting national hostility.
2024-03-11
Question Regarding the Financing of Cultural Buildings of National Significance (No. 600)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The criticism is directed at procedural irregularity or the violation of norms ("there is no barrier"), as well as non-compliance with the law. Specific opponents are not named, but the criticism is intense and procedural.
2024-03-07
Debate on the matter of national importance, "The Future of Estonian Energy 2035," initiated by the Estonian Reform Party parliamentary group.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session

The opposition is aimed at the spearheads of the climate crisis narrative, "experts," and political opponents, who are accused of fueling hysteria and executing a wealth redistribution scheme. The criticism is intense and fundamental, rejecting the very premises underlying the policy. Compromise is ruled out, as the speaker refuses to participate in "charlatanism" and the achievement of a social consensus that would require higher payments from consumers.
2024-03-06
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (290 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main opponent is the Reform Party and Kaja Kallas, who are accused of cynical political maneuvering, insincerity, and polarizing society using a "divide and rule" tactic. The Reform Party’s proposal to restrict voting rights only for citizens of Russia and Belarus is considered weak, ill-conceived, and propagandistic. The government’s policy as a whole is being branded as hostile toward its own people.
2024-03-06
First reading of the Draft Act (379 SE) on the Amendment of the Tax Information Exchange Act, the Taxation Procedure Act, and the Income Tax Act.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The opposition is aimed both at international organizations (the OECD, Brussels, the Americans) and the Estonian government, particularly the Reform Party, which gave its consent to the directive. Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is personally being criticized for breaking promises made before the elections ("taxes won't rise"), and members of the government are being called liars. The criticism is intense and focuses equally on the policy itself and the lack of democratic accountability.
2024-03-06
First reading of the Bill (359 SE) for the Act supplementing the Act on the Organization of the Energy Sector and the Act on Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The opposition is primarily aimed at the Reform Party and Climate Minister Kristen Michal, who stand accused of destroying the Estonian economy and engaging in corrupt political practices. The criticism is intense, alleging that the government is pursuing "criminal policies" and siphoning billions to specific interest groups (a clear reference to Kaja Kallas's previous lobbying activities). Compromise is off the table; they are demanding immediate political accountability.
2024-03-05
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Organization of the Energy Sector Act and Other Acts (Bill 356 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main criticism is directed at the government's policies and actions, particularly regarding the closure of the Narva power units and the high cost associated with the green transition. Furthermore, the climate crisis narrative is being rejected, as it is deemed inconsistent with reality. The criticism is intense and centers on the inefficiency and harmfulness of the policy decisions.
2024-03-04
Inquiry regarding the promotion of gender equality and equal treatment in private and family life (No. 268)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary groups being criticized are the "experts" (on COVID and war), whose knowledge, according to the speaker, has completely screwed up people's lives. The criticism is intense and is also aimed at those who advocate for gender neutrality and the inclusion of transgender women in women’s sports. The critique tends to be value-based and personal, casting doubt on the experts' competence and morality.
2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the impact of the motor vehicle tax (No. 610)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary opponent is the Reform Party and the government, who are criticized ideologically and accused of pursuing communist, anti-private property, and anti-national policies. The attacks are intense and personal, calling into question the opponents' motives and intelligence. Compromise is ruled out, as there is a promise to repeal the adopted laws at the earliest opportunity.
2024-03-04
Inquiry Concerning the Taxation of Residential Land (No. 527)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The opposition is aimed squarely at a representative of the governing coalition, who stands accused of misrepresenting the speaker's party's stance and engaging in vague, incoherent "waffling." The criticism is intense, targeting both the political substance—specifically, the tax exemption—and the poor quality of their communication. Furthermore, the opponent's actions are deemed incomprehensible to the average person.
2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the introduction of the vehicle tax (No. 304)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The opposition is directed against the proponents of the car tax, who are sharply criticized for talking nonsense and ignoring public opinion. The criticism is both political (making choices more expensive) and personal, calling into question the intelligence and honesty of the opposing side.
2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the rise in the cost of living in Estonia (No. 599)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary opponent is Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, who is being personally criticized for her poor handling of the economy. The criticism is intense and accusatory, stressing that it was specifically Kallas’s actions that drove the Estonian economy into the ground. This stands in opposition to the government’s attempts to justify the recession by claiming that the state cannot control the economy.
2024-02-21
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act (166 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The main opponents are the Reform Party and the "liberal front," who are accused of pursuing ineffective and harmful policies hidden behind mere slogans. The criticism is intense and focuses on the real-world consequences of these policies, which allegedly harm Estonian children by forcing them into the role of integrators.
2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (286 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The confrontation is intense and directed at the economic premises of the opponents, who are criticized for ignoring examples and whose political logic is considered flawed. A specific opponent (Arvo) is being challenged regarding the law's compliance with EU single market rules, demanding a solution to the state aid problem.
2024-02-21
A campaign spreading fear of war on the streets of Tallinn

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main opposition is directed at the government and authorities, who are accused of carrying out cynical psycho-operations and selectively applying the law. The criticism is intense and focuses on ethical and procedural injustices, pointing out that legal statutes are immediately found to prosecute opponents, but their own activities remain unrestricted. Opponents are also accused of cynically exploiting national issues.
2024-02-21
Russian Agents in Universities

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main criticism is aimed at the government's actions, particularly targeting the Ministry of the Interior and security agencies (KAPO), which are accused of failure and inability to guarantee security. There is also strong opposition to Russian intelligence activities and mass migration from high-risk countries, both of which are viewed as an existential threat. The criticism is both procedural and results-based, highlighting the inefficiency of the security agencies.
2024-02-15
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Isamaa faction, titled "Estonia in Economic Recession. What is to be done?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main opponent is the Reform Party government, which is sharply criticized for its political decisions (tax hikes, rising expenditure) and its ideological orientation. The government is referred to as "Haters of Estonia" and "local enforcers for globalist Brussels." The criticism is intense, and compromise is ruled out, as the current rulers are incapable of fixing the economy.
2024-02-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Special Labeling and Sale of Insects and Insect-Containing Foods and Products" (222 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The primary adversaries are "public authorities" and the "European Commission," who are accused of imposing an ideological agenda and restricting traditional choices. Criticism is also aimed at global business interests, such as Bill Gates' massive insect farms, which are viewed as the driving force behind the change. The opposition is intense and ideologically charged.
2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (230 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The main opponents are the Reform Party and the government coalition, who are accused of causing the economic recession and serving the interests of foreign banks. The Riigikogu Board is also accused of violating the law and criminal negligence, which resulted in a loss of 150 million euros to the state budget. The Social Democrats and those who defected from the Centre Party are also criticized for political instability and breaking their promises.
2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill (217 SE) to Amend the Income Tax Act

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The main opponents are the NGO Slava Ukraini (due to large-scale corruption), the Eesti 200 parliamentary faction (for failing to provide a moral assessment and disgracing parliamentary culture), and the Prosecutor's Office and the police (for selective justice and inaction). The criticism is intense, spanning from the political and procedural to the personal and moral levels, and compromise is ruled out on matters of accountability. The speaker accuses the opponents of undermining the rule of law.
2024-02-07
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Public Prosecutor's Office Act and the Courts Act (167 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The main opponents are the "nomenklatura of the liberal regime" and law enforcement agencies (the Prosecutor's Office, KAPO), who are accused of politically motivated inaction. The criticism is intense and focuses on the failed investigations into specific individuals (e.g., Kersna, Pentus-Rosimannus) and cases, suggesting systemic corruption.
2024-02-07
Motor Vehicle Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main opponent is the government and Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, whose resignation is being demanded, citing public opinion (over 72% want her to step down). Criticism is intense, accusing the government of "screwing up" the economy and making choices that harm the Estonian people. The opponent's policies are completely rejected, deemed untrustworthy and disconnected from reality.
2024-02-07
Nordica Special Audit

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main opponents are the government and Climate Minister Kristen Michal, who is being criticized both for the failure of historical financial management and for concealing the interim report of the special audit. The criticism is intense and partly personal, highlighting Michal's repeated connection to the bankruptcies of aviation companies. The speaker considers the concealment of the report to be a violation of law and scandalous.
2024-01-25
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Emergency Situation Act (124 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

There is no opposition. The speaker focuses instead on identifying political risks and understanding the consequences of legislative inaction, rather than criticizing opponents.
2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (111 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The confrontation is indirect, directed at colleagues who are urged to support "good bills" and reconsider their position. The criticism is political and procedural, implying that the opposing side should support a simple and beneficial measure.
2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the taxation of the populace through inflation (No. 317)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The primary targets are the Minister of Finance and Kaja Kallas's government, who are facing fierce criticism for their failure to curb inflation. The criticism is based on both policy and performance, accusing the minister of "hopeless helplessness" when handling figures and trends, and the government of impoverishing the nation.
2024-01-22
Inquiry Concerning the Imposition of the Motor Vehicle Tax (No. 310)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the Reform Party and Minister of Finance Mart Võrklaev, who is accused of lying, defamation, and inciting hysteria. The criticism is intense, focusing both on the substance of the policy and on unethical behavior (lies during the pre-election period). Opponents are associated with a globalist and radical plan that aims toward the serfdom of the people.
2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the underfunding of state infrastructure (No. 334)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the government led by the Reform Party, which is accused of destroying Estonia on multiple fronts, including through tax hikes, the dismantling of the family, disarmament, and Russification. The criticism is both policy- and value-based, and the intensity of the attacks is maximal, ruling out any compromise and demanding the swift overthrow of the government.
2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the environmental impact of mandatory building renovation and citizens' ability to pay (No. 123)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main opponents are the minister and the Reform Party, who are accused of abandoning the market economy, implementing a planned economy, and having an ideological fixation. Criticism is also aimed at obligations coming from Brussels and the officials who decide how people manage their expenses, labeling this the interference of "world improvers." The resistance is intense, and no willingness to compromise has been expressed.
2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 234 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-01-17
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 233 SE).

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The criticism leveled at the opponents is highly personal, specifically referencing the Jürgen Ligi and Herem affair, and targeting the incompetence of their political strategy. The attacks are intense and deeply personal, implying that the opponents have completely lost their minds. There is no expression of readiness to compromise; instead, the focus is on complaining about the lack of public support.
2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (114 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The primary criticism is aimed at the prime minister and the government, who are blamed for causing the economic crisis and inflation, and creating a shortage of funds. The criticism is personally sharp (including the sarcastic label "genius") and focuses on the government's failed actions and incompetence. One speaker also criticized the meddling with the legislative process, which has resulted in a massive number of new bills.
2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Customs Act (350 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The opposition is directed against the initiators of the draft bill, who are being criticized for prioritizing the reduction of bureaucracy at the expense of the system’s integrity, traceability, and controllability. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, calling into question the merits of the bill and the risks associated with it.
2024-01-17
Consistency of Threat Assessments and Defense Planning

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The primary adversaries are government representatives (the minister and the prime minister) and the agencies responsible for providing threat assessments. The criticism is intense, focusing on political incompetence and inconsistent communication regarding national defense issues. The speaker casts doubt on the government's assumptions and timelines concerning the threat of a Russian attack.
2024-01-17
The Bronze Soldier

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The main opponents are Prime Minister Kaja Kallas and the Reform Party, who face sharp criticism for their inaction on the Bronze Soldier issue. The criticism also extends to the coalition partners (Eesti 200, the Social Democrats) and Isamaa, since they voted against the proposal to remove the speaker’s party. The critique is primarily political and procedural, but it also contains an indirect personal comparison regarding the Kallas/Ansip family business ties with Russia.
2024-01-15
Inquiry concerning the misappropriation of "Slava Ukraini" funds and the related investigation (No. 578)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The main opponents are Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets and the ruling coalition (Social Democrats, liberals/Reform Party), who are accused of political interference in the investigation and covering up the truth. The criticism is intense and encompasses both procedural shortcomings and ethical violations (the Minister’s threatening tone toward members of the Riigikogu). The speaker accuses the government of destroying the Estonian state and concealing the truth, ruling out any political compromise regarding the investigation.
2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the capability to ensure internal security in the new situation where uncontrolled immigration has made the people of Estonia worried about their property and their lives (No. 536)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The primary opponents are the government and the prime minister, both of whom are criticized for denying mass immigration and for being responsible for the economic recession. The criticism is intense, focusing on the government's inability to ensure internal security and to properly check the backgrounds of immigrants. The opponents are accused of lacking factual evidence and creating illogical connections.
2024-01-15
Inquiry Regarding the Saaremaa Fixed Link (No. 278)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The main adversary is the current government, which is facing intense criticism regarding its policies and procedures. The criticism focuses on the illogical nature and financial wastefulness of the government's infrastructure plans, specifically due to the prioritization of Rail Baltic and the cancellation of domestic projects.
2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the necessity and construction of Rail Baltic (No. 262)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The main opponents are the Reform Party, coalition politicians, and Kaja Kallas, who is accused of lying, receiving state contracts, and defaming the parliamentary inquiry as mere obstruction. The criticism is intense and includes personal accusations, specifically pointing to the Reform Party members' vested interest in state contracts. A compromise regarding the RB project is ruled out, as it is viewed as a complete loss.
2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the demographic crisis and its resolution (No. 232)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The main opponent is the Reform Party and the governments led by Kaja Kallas, who are accused of lying, engaging in propaganda, and destroying the public’s sense of security. The criticism is intense, ranging from political inadequacy (migration policy) to moral accusations (the perversion of marriage and the decline in the birth rate). The criticism is also aimed at the officials who drafted the response, with recommendations that they be dismissed.
2024-01-15
Inquiry on Immigration (No. 133)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The main opponent is Prime Minister Kaja Kallas and the Reform Party-led government, who are directly accused of destroying the state and serving the interests of the Kremlin. The criticism is intense, focusing on policy failures (integration equals Russification) and numerical demagoguery. There is no readiness for compromise; the government’s actions are described as "dreadful" and "inadequate noise."
2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the enhancement of the wartime indirect fire capability of the Defense Forces (No. 72)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The primary opponent is Prime Minister Kaja Kallas and the Reform Party government, who stand accused of weakening national defense and increasing security risks. The criticism is extremely intense and existential, alleging that the government is guilty of "the greatest degree of working for Russia" and poses a danger to the state. No willingness to compromise is evident.
2024-01-11
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The main opponent is the Reform Party faction and the government, who are criticized both for disregarding legislative procedures and for their ideological agenda. The criticism is intense, labeling the opposing faction a "gang of crazy lunatics" and accusing them of "slapping [people] with the gender card."
2024-01-10
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (Bill 239 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

There is no direct opposition, but the speaker indirectly addresses the question of why the commission failed to select a single tax rate, defending the procedure of presenting multiple options. The criticism is directed primarily against the preservation of the status quo, rather than against specific opponents.
2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Value-Added Tax Act (Bill 236 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main opponents are the government and coalition MPs, who are being criticized for failing to back the draft legislation. The criticism is policy-driven, voiced with regret and disappointment that a good bill wasn't supported.
2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (149 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Law on the Approval of Amendments to Article 1 and Article 12, Subsection 1, of the Articles of Agreement of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (352 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The main opposition is directed at the government and the bill's supporters, who are accused of making poor decisions and presenting insincere reports. Criticism is also aimed at the procedural aspect, as the committee is failing to follow its own rules of procedure. The speaker immediately rejects any compromise, proposing instead that the bill be rejected during the first reading.