By Months: Ando Kiviberg

The speaker’s political activity in December 2024 is heavily focused on legislative procedure and accountability regarding the execution of the state budget. He supports amendments to the Imprisonment Act that clarify provisions concerning the data register and requirements for background checks. Furthermore, he is critical of the transfer of budgetary funds, specifically calling into question the competence of the former minister. His political stance is largely procedure-oriented and results-driven.

The political stance is heavily focused on national security and the restoration of historical continuity. The speaker strongly advocates for revoking the voting rights of citizens from aggressor states in local elections, deeming this an unavoidable security matter. He/She criticizes past conduct as the policy of "retreatists" and emphasizes the necessity of addressing the consequences of colonial rule. This position is deeply value-driven, clearly prioritizing Estonia's security interests above any infringement upon the rights of Russian citizens.

The political focus is currently on the detailed implementation of the public transport reform. The speaker supports the reform’s overall objective of improving the quality of life for the Estonian people, but adopts a moderately critical, policy-based stance regarding its execution. He highlights three shortcomings: the protection of consumer interests, the preservation of regional expertise, and the financing capacity of local governments (LG).

The political focus is on national defense (restrictions on the use of weapon systems) and internal security (cyber defense investments), as well as a critical stance toward the proposed public transport reform. Regarding the reform, he expresses strong skepticism that it is poorly timed and threatens existing local systems. His approach is highly procedural, emphasizing the correct sequence and risk mitigation.

The political stance is one of strong support for constitutionalism and the state order, expressing loyalty to the Republic of Estonia and its constitutional framework. This is a value-based position directly tied to the fulfillment of official duties as a member of the Riigikogu (Parliament). The stance strongly upholds the fundamental principles of the state.