By Plenary Sessions: Andrei Korobeinik
Total Sessions: 56
Fully Profiled: 56
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The primary targets are Kaja Kallas's government, the Reform Party, and Eesti 200, all of whom are accused of causing the economic recession and bloating the state apparatus. The criticism addresses both the political substance (the car tax, the sugar tax) and procedural issues, specifically the violation of parliamentary rules of order and the silencing of the opposition. The attacks are intense and center on political unfairness, including the practice of allowing coalition MPs to ask questions in preferential order.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the Reform Party and rapporteur Annely Akkermann, whose policies and behavior are intensely criticized on both substantive and personal grounds. The criticism is aimed at tax increases, the lack of transparency in the state budget, and the Reform Party's alleged logic, where three pensioners pay for a Riigikogu member's salary increase. Compromise is ruled out, with calls being made to show the government's policy a red card.
2025-06-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponents are the Reform Party and Eesti 200, who are accused of incompetence, causing the economic recession, and deliberately diminishing the role of parliament. The criticism is intense and focuses both on policy execution (failed implementation) and procedural opacity (secret meetings). The incompetence of the rapporteur, Maris Lauri, in handling the subject matter is particularly sharply criticized.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The confrontation primarily targets the Reform Party (RE) and the government coalition as a whole, slamming both the political substance (tax hikes, economic recession) and ethical conduct (hypocrisy, lying). Colleagues Maria Jufereva-Skuratovski and Kristen Michal are singled out for particular criticism. The opposition is intense and uncompromising, demanding that the bill be scrapped entirely.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main criticism is directed at the Social Democrats (SDE) faction and especially the Tallinn city government (Jevgeni Ossinovski). The criticism is sharp, focusing on governance capacity (benches, scooters) and the faction’s absence from a crucial plenary debate. The opposing side’s ability to implement new regulations is being called into question.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The primary target is Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, who is criticized for denying economic realities and evading questions. The entire coalition (Reform Party, Social Democrats, Estonia 200) is heavily attacked for causing the economic recession and bloating the state apparatus. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, essentially ruling out any compromise with the government's current direction.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main opponents are the Reform Party and the Eesti 200 government, who are accused of destroying the economy and lying to the public regarding tax hikes. The criticism is fierce and personalized, specifically targeting Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, who is accused of incompetence and justifying falsehoods. Compromise is ruled out, as the Centre Faction proposes rejecting the draft bill.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The main adversaries are the Reform Party, the Prime Minister, and Kristen Michal, who are sharply criticized for canceling infrastructure projects and their choice of budget priorities. The speaker accuses the government of favoring the wealthy and using the "Putin narrative" to justify abandoning the development of crucial projects. The criticism is intense and politically charged, calling into question the morality and strategic soundness of the government’s decisions.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The primary opponents are the Reform Party and Eesti 200, who stand accused of deliberately targeting the vulnerable and dismantling the Estonian labor market. The criticism is intense and policy-based, extending even to the condemnation of earlier social cuts made by the former coalition (the Social Democrats). No willingness to compromise has been expressed; instead, they are demanding the outright rejection of the draft legislation.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary opponent is the Social Democratic Party, which stands accused of "the most shocking hypocrisy" and stripping the weakest of their rights while serving in government. The criticism is intense, targeting both specific political decisions (such as the elimination of health insurance and the introduction of the car tax) and the betrayal of the party's core values. The tax policy of the ruling coalition (the Reform Party, Estonia 200) is also being challenged. Compromise is out of the question, as the complete termination of the draft bill is being demanded.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The speaker is strongly opposed to the social policy changes proposed by the Reform Party and Eesti 200 related to unemployment insurance. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the intention to cut unemployment benefits for single mothers, seasonal workers, and young people.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The main opponents are the Reform Party and Eesti 200, who are accused of incompetence and causing the economic downturn. Criticism is intense, focusing on the failure to fulfill political promises and the year-on-year postponement of necessary actions. The Reform Party's right to determine what is constitutional is being challenged, with emphasis placed on the fact that this right belongs to institutions.
2025-04-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponents are the government coalition, specifically the Reform Party (for blocking proposals) and the Social Democrats (for misleading communication regarding the environmental tax). The criticism is intense and targets both procedural unfairness (obstructing the vote) and political dishonesty (the contradiction between the stated objective and the actual impact). The opposition is uncompromising, vowing to continue the fight even in court.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The opposition consists rather of questioning another representative's voting behavior and consultation with constituents, rather than being a direct political attack. The criticism is aimed at issues of representativeness and accountability, not the substance of the policy.
2025-02-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The primary opponents are the Reform Party, the Social Democrats (SDE), and Eesti 200, all of whom face accusations regarding Estonia's economic decline and rising inequality. The criticism is harsh, targeting both political incompetence (the Reform Party, which is allegedly causing damage twice as great as Putin’s) and the hypocrisy and betrayal of voters (SDE and Eesti 200). Specifically, the Social Democrats are accused of talking a good game but consistently voting in line with the coalition.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main opponents are the Foreign Minister and the Prime Minister, against whom a motion of no confidence is being supported. The Foreign Minister is being sharply criticized both for political ambiguity (regarding Georgia) and for undemocratic rhetoric (specifically, calling voters criminals). The attacks are intense and are aimed at undermining the stability of the government.
2025-02-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The main opponent is the Reform Party and Prime Minister Kristen Michal, who is intensely criticized for the failure of economic policy and for tax hikes. The criticism is both policy-based and personal, accusing the government of blaming others and comparing their economic impact to that of Putin. No willingness to compromise is expressed; instead, they hope for a change of government in the next elections.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The criticism is directed at the governing coalition (Estonia 200 Party) for its failure to deliver on promises and the poor quality of project management within the public sector. There is particularly sharp criticism regarding the expenditure of nearly one million euros on a Ukraine cooperation project, which resulted in a substandard product. The criticism focuses on the inefficiency of policies and procedures, rather than individuals, although the outcomes under the minister’s area of responsibility are certainly being called into question.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the Reform Party and, more broadly, the ruling coalition (SDE, Eesti 200), which is accused of deepening the economic recession and halting crucial projects. Kristen Michal is personally criticized as an ineffective savior of the economy. The criticism is intense and focuses squarely on political failure.
2024-12-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the government and the coalition, who are accused of incompetence and destroying the economy, resulting in Estonia's poor economic standing. Criticism is aimed at policy outcomes and fiscal decisions, while also indirectly referencing specific individuals (Jürgen Ligi). The attacks are intense and involve demanding direct accountability.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The main opponent is the government and the coalition led by the Reform Party, which is accused of failing its economic course and implementing haphazard tax hikes. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, directly accusing the government of worsening the lives of poorer people and covering budget deficits under the guise of a "security tax." There is no readiness for compromise, as the government's actions are considered unfair and ineffective.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
A strong oppositional stance, particularly aimed at the Minister of the Interior and the Reform Party. The criticism targets both the ministers' lack of accountability (specifically, their failure to participate in the committee) and their political incompetence (evidenced by the budget deficit and the incorrect naming of the tax). The speaker also criticizes the session chair for violating democratic principles by issuing voting guidelines.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The criticism is aimed at the initiators of the constitutional amendments (calling their security considerations into question) and, specifically, the actions of the rapporteur and the session chair. Strong dissatisfaction is expressed regarding the procedures because substantive answers are not being provided to questions, leading to accusations that the rapporteur is forgetting the content of the questions themselves. The previous conduct of the "good colleague, the social democrat" is also mentioned critically.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The main opposition is directed at the Reform Party's policies, which are considered the direct cause of the economic recession. Criticism is also leveled against the presiding officer for inconsistent procedural practices, and against the government for mental health budget cuts and freezing doctors' salaries. The criticism is based on both policy and procedure.
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The main opponent is the governing coalition, which is accused of driving the Estonian economy into a deadlock and taxing the poor (the pensioners' security tax). The Reform Party is particularly criticized for protecting banks from additional taxation, with Jürgen Ligi and Kaja Kallas being named. The criticism is intense and focuses both on political choices and procedural shortcomings (the absence of MPs).
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker is critical of the government's actions and the implementation of its policies, noting that the situation regarding overdose deaths has not improved in the interim. He/She calls into question the effectiveness of the Minister of Health's actions and disputes the economic justifications presented by the government (savings in Lüganuse). The criticism is policy- and procedure-based.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The main confrontation is directed at the Minister of Finance (Jürgen) and, more broadly, the Reform Party. The criticism is sharp and focuses on political accountability, citing the lack of economic results and quoting Andrus Ansip, who linked the decline to the Reform Party's competence. The opponent's actions are assessed as incompetent because the decline is unique in Europe.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Strong opposition to the Reform Party and the Social Democrats. The Reform Party is sharply criticized for causing the economic recession, taxing the poor, and protecting banks, with critics calling this their only fulfilled election promise. The Social Democrats are accused of political maneuvering and failing to back up their rhetoric, as they refuse to support the bill despite their public statements.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The opposition is directed towards the inaccuracy and inconsistency of the forecasts provided by the government or the responsible official, given that projections concerning service surpluses may not take into account the reduction of pensions. The criticism itself is policy- and procedural, centered on the accuracy of the financial calculations.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The main criticism is aimed at the Reform Party-led coalition and the Finance Minister (Jürgen), who are accused of lying and engaging in a poor-quality debate. The criticism is both policy-based (regressive taxes) and procedural (budgetary opacity, contradictory statements by ministers). The opposition is intense, manifesting in the complete refusal to support the budget bill and a proposal to terminate its proceedings.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The primary targets are the Reform Party and government ministers, who stand accused of causing the economic downturn and exacerbating budget opacity. The criticism is intense, specifically rejecting attempts to pin the economic problems on Putin or on previous administrations (such as Taavi Rõivas's government). The Interior Minister, in particular, is being criticized for rolling over unused salary funds.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The rebuttal is aimed at a specific respondent (Liisa), whose justification for the high cost of the internet is considered factually incorrect. The criticism is both political and data-driven, as the speaker refutes the claim that Estonia’s population density is lower than Latvia’s.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The main opponents are the Reform Party (the primary focus of criticism), the Social Democrats, and Eesti 200, who together form the governing coalition. The criticism is intense, centering on both procedural violations (the absence of debate) and political injustice (the favoring of the wealthy). The speaker notes that the coalition leader (Kristen Michal) had ruled out compromises prior to the election.
2024-09-24
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
The stance is clearly oppositional, criticizing the presenter (Jürgen) for a lack of clarity and contradictory answers. The criticism is aimed both at the procedure (reading the report directly from paper) and the substance of the policy (the actual reason for and impact of the changes). The speaker suspects that an attempt is being made to give them a false impression regarding the content of the bill.
2024-07-29
The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.
The main opposition is directed at the Reform Party and Prime Ministers Kaja Kallas and Kristen Michal, who are accused of abandoning economic growth and allowing the country to turn into a province. The criticism is intense, sharp both politically and personally, and also highlights the insensitive attitude of coalition partner Annely Akkermann towards pensioners. There is no sign of a willingness to compromise; instead, there are promises to reverse the tax.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The primary opposition is directed against the Reform Party and the coalition, who are being blamed for causing the economic crisis and for management failures. The criticism is intense, pointing both to the substantive unfairness of the law and to potential procedural violations (a shorter implementation deadline). The speaker also references the earlier need for intervention by the President and the Chancellor of Justice.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker defends the opposition parties (Isamaa, EKRE, the Centre Party) against false accusations. They also indirectly attack the government coalition partner, Eesti 200, by highlighting their leader's stance on the high cost of indexation. The criticism is directed at political inaccuracy and the shifting of responsibility, ultimately calling the coalition partner's position into question.
2024-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, extra plenary sitting
The main opponent is the Reform Party and the coalition, who are being criticized for economic incompetence, breaking promises, and outright lies (e.g., promising security cuts). The criticism is both political (concerning the content of the supplementary budget) and procedural (the committee’s decision not to forward Isamaa’s proposals). The speaker’s faction (the Center Faction) rules out any compromise, voting against the supplementary budget because it is fundamentally flawed.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The main opponents are the governing coalition, specifically the Reform Party and the Social Democrats, who are criticized both for the substance of their policies (tax hikes) and for violating the procedural rules of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament). The criticism is intense, accusing the government of destroying the economy and demanding the Reform Party's resignation. These procedural breaches are associated with the use of the "steamroller" tactic.
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary conflict is aimed at the ruling coalition, particularly the Reform Party and the Minister of Finance, who stand accused of economic decline and incompetence. The criticism is twofold—both policy-based (concerning cuts and tax policy) and results-oriented—with opponents being accused of lying and damaging the long-term interests of the state. The lack of willingness to compromise is evident, confirmed by the proposal to adjourn the sitting.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main criticism is aimed at the governing coalition, particularly the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, and Estonia 200. The criticism targets both political decisions (the car tax, cuts to the eastern border) and procedural dishonesty (lumping substantive amendments into a single group). He/She harshly criticizes former colleagues who have joined the coalition and now support the car tax, calling their ideology flexible.
2024-06-04
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting
The primary opponents are the coalition parties: the Reform Party, Eesti 200, and the Social Democrats. The criticism is intense, focusing on political failures (the economic recession) and unethical behavior (lying and breaking promises). The opponents are also accused of disregarding the rules of parliamentary debate, leveling accusations without factual justification.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
The primary criticism is aimed at the responsible minister and the political party Eesti 200, criticizing their policy-making methods (lack of transparency, the "backroom" approach) and their inability to implement their vision within the government. Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is also criticized for her lack of active interest in the digital sector. The criticism is both substantive (poor tax decisions, sluggishness) and procedural (lack of transparency, indecisiveness).
2024-05-30
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The primary opponent is the Reform Party and the coalition as a whole, who are blamed for the country's failed governance and for causing the economic recession. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, opposing cuts that take money from the poor, and condemning the government's passive wait-and-see approach. Previous governments (the Centre Party) are cited as a positive example regarding the management of reserves.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary targets are the government and the Reform Party, who face criticism for economically detrimental decisions—specifically, taxing the poor while favoring high-earners—and for increasing bureaucracy. This criticism is intense, escalating from standard political disagreements to outright accusations of undermining parliamentary democracy, often citing examples like "steamrolling bills" and silencing "the opposition representative." He also criticizes the incompetence and lack of clarity shown by the co-presenters.
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The primary adversary is the government and coalition led by the Reform Party, who stand accused of making unjust economic decisions and mismanaging the country. Criticism is intense, alleging that the government is exacerbating inequality and keeping the economy mired in recession. Personal accusations are also being leveled against the government, claiming they support a bill that distributes funds to wealthier individuals, including themselves.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The primary conflict is with the Reform Party and Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, who stands accused of economic incompetence and the politically unfair decision to prioritize protecting bank profits. The criticism is intense, alleging that the government has driven the Estonian economy into the ground and broken its promises. Other coalition partners (Eesti 200, the Social Democrats) are also facing criticism, either for outright incompetence or for pursuing a purely PR-driven strategy.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The confrontation with the government is intense and multifaceted, criticizing both specific policy choices (such as taking funds from pensioners) and procedural incompetence (the minister's evasion of providing an answer). The main opponents are the government as a whole and Jürgen Ligi, the representative of the Finance Committee, whose presentation was viewed merely as an introduction to the Reform Party's program. Andrus Ansip is quoted to emphasize the government's necessity to take responsibility and resign.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main opponent is the Reform Party and the Prime Minister, who are directly blamed for causing the economic downturn and mismanaging the country. Criticism is intense and centers on policy failures (the car tax, the recession), using quotes from Ansip to highlight the erosion of public trust in the government.
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The confrontation is directed against the opposing side, criticizing the lack of a substantive response and the procedural irregularities in handling the bill. The criticism is intense and stems from the suspicion that parliamentary rules of procedure have been violated. The speaker demands accountability and information from the opposition.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main opponent is Prime Minister Kaja Kallas and the Reform Party, who are facing criticism over the economic recession and unfair taxes. The criticism is intense and substantive, accusing the government of presenting inaccurate data and protecting the banking sector at the expense of the public interest. There is no sign of willingness to compromise on the government's proposed tax package; instead, an alternative solution is being demanded.
2024-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary adversaries are Russia and Belarus, whose actions involving the systematic deportation of Ukrainian children are condemned as a clear war crime. The condemnation is absolute and resolute, demanding the immediate cessation of these activities and the release of the children. The criticism is directed at the action-based aggression perpetrated by these states.
2024-02-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The opposition is aimed at the country's current drug policy, which has resulted in high mortality rates, and the scientific basis of the minister's claims. The criticism is political and data-driven, as the speaker challenges the minister's references to the US example and asks about the underlying research regarding the increase in mental health issues.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main opponent is the government led by the Reform Party, which is criticized for economic failure and policies detrimental to rural life. The criticism is intense, focusing both on substantive errors (e.g., the car tax) and procedural violations (such as blocking the submission of questions in the committee). He resolutely rejects the government's proposals and moves to reject the draft bill.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary criticism is aimed at the government, which is accused of incompetence, economic destruction, and using the war as a cover to conceal domestic political failures. The attacks are intense and focus on the tangible results of the government's actions, such as record inflation, the closure of factories and rural schools, and the increasing number of officials.
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The objection is aimed at the bill's proponent (addressed as "Kaja") due to a procedural deficiency in the legislative process, specifically regarding the availability of the impact assessment. The criticism is framed more as a question and focuses on substantive accuracy, rather than being a personal attack.