By Plenary Sessions: Martin Helme
Total Sessions: 10
Fully Profiled: 10
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The political position is firmly against e-voting, emphasizing that the system is in clear conflict with the constitution and the fundamental principles of democracy. The speaker positions themselves as a champion fighting for the restoration of constitutional order and genuine democracy, prioritizing a value-based framework. The stance is strong and uncompromising, as the system is deemed uncontrollable.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker takes a strong, oppositional stance concerning matters within the purview of the Ministry of Justice, specifically targeting the Prosecutor's Office's alleged unlawful activities and lack of accountability. This position is distinctly results-based, stressing the need to guarantee fair and impartial functioning and the deployment of internal control mechanisms. Special attention is drawn to concerns over unauthorized surveillance (wiretapping) and the failure to achieve the goals of the anti-corruption legislation.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
The political focus is on alleviating the rising cost of living, demanding that VAT on foodstuffs and medicines be lowered to 5% in order to assist low-income earners, large families, and pensioners. The representative sharply criticizes the government's fiscal policy, particularly the income tax reform and the expenditures associated with the green transition, accusing these measures of creating a hole in the state budget and exacerbating poverty. The stance is strongly oppositional and centered on emphasizing the failures of the government's actions.
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The political focus is on national security and Estonia's direct entry into war with Russia in connection with the conflict in Ukraine. The speaker is strongly opposed to sending any Estonian soldiers (including rear-echelon troops or combat engineers) to Ukraine, viewing it as "madness" and putting Estonia "on the path to destruction." There is also sharp criticism of the government's dishonesty and contradictory statements regarding the substance of international discussions. The political framework is value-based, emphasizing the paramount importance of protecting the Estonian people.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
Strong support for direct democracy at the local level, emphasizing the importance of the people's mandate and legitimacy when making political decisions. Critical of prioritizing governance efficiency over the will of the people, labeling this as anti-democratic. Sharply raises issues concerning civilian control over security institutions and government accountability, particularly in connection with the "Eastern transport scandal" and the actions of the "Reform regime."
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker adopts a strongly oppositional stance toward the government’s policies, particularly the increase in the tax burden (the car tax) and family policies, which are deemed hostile to children and families. The political framework is heavily value-based, focusing on the survival of the Estonian people, the protection of property rights, and opposition to radical left-wing agendas. He/She emphasizes the necessity of upholding the law and expresses skepticism regarding the effectiveness of the European Union’s sanctions policy.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
The political position is strongly opposed to the prevailing climate policy, which is characterized as hysteria and a "grandiose Goebbelsian lie." The most important issues are energy security, maintaining Narva's production capacity, and protecting consumer prices. They support the development of nuclear energy and the rehabilitation of the oil shale energy sector, while opposing expensive renewable energy infrastructure projects. The political framework is strongly value-based, focusing on opposition to wealth redistribution schemes.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker heavily focuses on energy policy and immigration issues, opposing the government’s renewable energy plans, which he deems expensive and environmentally damaging. He demands the protection of tax sovereignty against international pressure and resolutely advocates for restricting voting rights exclusively to citizens, stressing the preservation of the nation-state and the status of the indigenous population. The political framework is strongly value-driven and highly critical of the government's actions, accusing it of pursuing criminal policies and employing tactics of deception.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker is vehemently opposed to the government's green transition policy and the fetishization of biofuels, which he views as greenwashing and a total scam. He sharply criticizes the reduction of production capacity (specifically the closure of the Narva power units/boilers) and links these green measures directly to higher energy costs. His political stance is one of strong skepticism toward the climate crisis narrative, which he dismisses as a story disconnected from reality.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The political stance is strongly opposed to the government’s economic policy, highlighting high inflation (37.5%) and the economic decline during Kaja Kallas’s tenure. The primary objections are aimed at the proposed car tax and the elimination of the tax exemption for residential land. The political platform is strongly value-based, accusing the government of communist and anti-national activities.