By Months: Ester Karuse
Total Months: 13
Fully Profiled: 13
10.2025
4 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise regarding the results of basic school mathematics exams and high school admission criteria, utilizing specific data concerning failures at Valga Basic School. They are well-versed in the social and psychological aspects of education (stress, low self-esteem), as well as the issues surrounding local education management in Valga, including teacher labor disputes. Furthermore, they are familiar with the organization of high school level groups and remedial classes.
09.2025
11 Speeches
The text demonstrates expertise on the topics of regional policy and the accessibility of education, citing specific data points (Valga’s 12,000 residents, the 200 km drive to Tartu, and the increase in the 2010 birth rate). It stresses that banking is a socially essential service, not merely a business operation. Regarding education, it highlights the need for a comprehensive overview, accurate forecasts, and thorough preparation to prevent a repeat of the admissions crisis.
06.2025
13 Speeches
Demonstrates a profound understanding of the details of tax policy and the state budget, referencing specific measures such as the abolition of the tax hump, the bank tax, and the taxation of large corporations. They also possess specific knowledge concerning internal security personnel matters (recruitment for the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) and prison officials) and bottlenecks within the education sector (competition for gymnasium spots and exam thresholds). Statistics and Bank of Estonia forecasts are used to support the arguments.
05.2025
8 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates a strong grasp of regional policy, citing specific data regarding the population of Valga (12,000) and the closure of institutions like Swedbank, SEB, and the Tax and Customs Board. They are also well-versed in the specifics of public procurements and infrastructure projects, raising questions about the order of 16 new Škoda trains and the current status of the Rohuküla line. Additionally, they serve as a rapporteur for the Foreign Affairs Committee, indicating proficiency in the procedural aspects of legislation.
04.2025
6 Speeches
Expertise is demonstrated through the communication of details concerning the Riigikogu's procedural rules and the work of the Foreign Affairs Committee, including clarification of the bill's schedule and the required majority vote. There is substantive awareness regarding the foreign policy and economic impacts of international organizations (IDEA), particularly in the context of promoting Estonian digital solutions.
03.2025
1 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of citizenship policy and integration studies. They reference a study by the Integration Foundation, highlighting the 79% motivation data, and utilize statistics (over 62,000 people) to support their position. Furthermore, they are aware of legislative procedures, citing the role of the Constitutional Committee.
02.2025
1 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the availability of regional banking services and the closure of bank branches, citing examples from Valga, Pärnu, Võru, and Narva. He/She focuses on the impact of the bank tax on service provision, stressing that people are losing access to direct, in-person service and must rely on smart devices.
01.2025
1 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of foreign policy and international relations, particularly regarding Georgia’s European integration and democratic development. Information is provided about Estonia's previous support (visa-free travel, EU-funded reforms), and a warning is issued about the growing threat of increased Russian influence. Specific terminology, such as sanctions and political prisoners, is employed, emphasizing the importance of diplomatic measures.
12.2024
2 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures, utilizing specific terminology such as "principles of good law-making" and "legislative drafting intentions." The expertise focuses on the connection between government trust and the quality of legislation, relying on a specific overview and the trust percentage (37%).
10.2024
2 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise on historical repressions and genocide, connecting the 1944 events involving the Crimean Tatars with the Soviet regime's crimes against the Estonian people. Knowledge of international law (the occupation of Crimea) and the Estonian Constitution (freedom of religion) is highlighted.
06.2024
5 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in macroeconomics (referencing a nine-quarter decline) and foreign policy/security matters, being well-versed in the legitimacy of Russian elections and the criteria for Georgia's EU accession. Interest was also highlighted in the security of nuclear power plants, regional economic inequality, and financial literacy education.
02.2024
2 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in foreign and security policy, particularly concerning the European security architecture and Estonia's role, noting Europe's Achilles' heel. Furthermore, they are well-versed in the specifics of foreign trade policy (Expo, the closure of consulates) and reference Estonia's foreign policy development plan up to 2030. Regarding social issues, the speaker provides a specific statistical figure concerning the gender pay gap (17.7% in 2022).
01.2024
1 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates thorough knowledge of the working procedures of the Riigikogu Foreign Affairs Committee and the rules governing the formation of delegations to international parliamentary assemblies (PACE). Specific terminology is employed regarding the processing of draft legislation, deadlines for submitting amendments, and the appointment of substitute members of the delegation. The expertise is clearly focused on the administration of foreign policy representative bodies.