By Months: Rene Kokk
Total Months: 11
Fully Profiled: 11
12.2024
15 Speeches
The main criticism is aimed at the spokespersons and ministers of the governing coalition, who are accused of lobbying for businesses and steamrolling the public. The criticism is both political (cascading taxes, benefit cuts) and procedural (lack of transparency regarding law firm opinions, and restricted public involvement). The government's haste in planning wind farms is criticized particularly sharply, with critics calling it hypocritical, given that the government simultaneously voluntarily abandoned 10 years of potential oil shale energy production.
11.2024
18 Speeches
The main opponents are the government (the coalition) and the ministries, which are accused of having "tunnel vision" and ignoring regional problems in the interest of saving money. The criticism is both policy- and procedure-based, demanding transparency (regarding Rail Baltic) and accusing coalition MPs of lacking a "backbone." It expresses strong opposition to the car tax and the entrenchment of voting rights for grey passport holders.
10.2024
24 Speeches
The primary conflict is with the government, which is being accused of tunnel vision, incompetence, and failing to work for the benefit of the people. Criticism is aimed both at policy (cuts, excise taxes) and at procedures (budget opacity and the underestimation of the role of the Parliament). Separately, the Social Democrats (Läänemets) are being criticized over the justification for the tax hikes, which allegedly were based solely on the balance sheets of just a couple of companies.
09.2024
14 Speeches
The criticism is primarily aimed at governments, which are accused of driving families into unstable situations and creating legal uncertainty. Separate criticism is leveled against the Ministry of Climate, which has been tasked with defending economic interests rather than protecting the environment. In the context of security, criticism is directed at citizens and entrepreneurs from third countries who purchase land using "money with an obscure background" and thus jeopardize national security.
07.2024
11 Speeches
The primary criticism is leveled against the ruling coalition and the Ministry of Finance, accusing them of poor fiscal management and outright incompetence. The criticism is twofold: political (concerning tax hikes) and procedural (citing the absence of impact assessments and the failure to substantively debate proposed amendments). Furthermore, there is sharp condemnation regarding the alleged pre-election disinformation spread by former finance ministers (Pentus-Rosimannus, Akkermann), as well as the ethical implications of the new minister switching political parties.
06.2024
9 Speeches
The main opponents are the Reform Party and the government, who are criticized for both political decisions (the car tax, child benefits) and ethical and procedural issues. The Prime Minister is also being criticized for ignoring corruption issues related to aid to Ukraine, and there is an effort to dispel the notion that EKRE does not support Ukraine. The opposition's criticism is intense and demands accountability.
05.2024
11 Speeches
The main opponents are the coalition and its representatives, who are fiercely criticized for procedural violations (lack of established standards, bundling of amendments) and political arrogance. Criticism is particularly strong against the government's actions concerning taxation and the reliability of e-elections. The government's activity is being called a "concerning pattern" and a "brutal steamroller."
04.2024
14 Speeches
The primary opponent is the current governing coalition, which is criticized for economic incompetence, insufficient transparency, and violating procedural rules (for example, regarding the car tax). The criticism is intense and focuses on political decisions, such as tax hikes and the reduction of benefits for large families. Officials who fail to understand the specifics of rural life are also being criticized.
03.2024
18 Speeches
The confrontation is primarily aimed at the government and the ruling coalition, specifically the Reform Party and the Social Democrats, who stand accused of political lobbying and dodging responsibility. The criticism is twofold: political (concerning family benefits and taxes) and procedural (failure to answer questions and the rejection of opposition bills). The Prime Minister is consistently criticized for refusing to answer questions.
02.2024
15 Speeches
The main opponents are the ruling coalition and the session chairs, who are sharply criticized both for failed policies (car tax, banking) and for violating procedural rules. The criticism is intense and principled, accusing the coalition of ramming decisions through by force before substantive answers are received. Furthermore, ministers are being called upon to take responsibility for the statements made by members of their government.
01.2024
26 Speeches
The opposition is primarily aimed at the government coalition and the Reform Party, who are accused of neglecting road infrastructure construction and displaying ideological short-sightedness. The criticism is both policy-based (tax hikes, Rail Baltic) and procedure-based (the formal rejection of opposition bills). The speaker accuses the system of using legal proceedings as a method of punishing political opponents, citing examples (Lember, the EKRE IT minister).