By Plenary Sessions: Martin Helme

The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the areas of political hypocrisy, mechanisms of thought control, and exposing government dealings, highlighting previous scandals involving the Reform Party and the Social Democrats (e.g., the Bronze Soldier issue, business dealings with Russia). They are capable of linking the minister’s previous statements (e.g., regarding the collapse of the Soviet Union) with Putin’s geopolitical views. Furthermore, they are familiar with immigration statistics, referencing the allowance of 130,000 Slavs into the country.

The expert analysis focuses on the broader negative impact of the tax policy on the wealth and well-being of the populace, as well as the violation of the Riigikogu's rules of procedure and the constitution. Specific economic data or statistics are not presented; instead, the injustice of the tax and the economic misrepresentation are emphasized.

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of fiscal policy and tax revenue forecasts, citing as an example a VAT revenue result that was a quarter lower than projected. He/She is familiar with the impact of excise duties and income tax on real incomes, as well as the dynamics of cross-border trade (Latvia). Furthermore, the speaker presents data on the proportion of national defense spending within the budget deficit to challenge the necessity of tax hikes.

The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of tax policy, explaining the direct impact of the income tax hike and the elimination of benefits on pensions. Furthermore, he holds an authoritative position regarding the relationship between the economy and the green transition, emphasizing the negative impact of high electricity prices on entrepreneurship. He is aware of the government's specific funding schemes, referencing the 160 million euro support package for major investments.

The speaker demonstrates authority regarding the state budget and the costs of major projects, citing specific figures for the budget deficit (1–1.5 billion) and the increase in defense spending (200 million). Particular emphasis is placed on the actual cost of the green transition and Rail Baltic, referring to the green transition's 15 billion cost over the next five to six years. Economic terms such as "tax hump" and "subsidies" are used to justify the need for cost cutting.