By Plenary Sessions: Helmen Kütt
Total Sessions: 56
Fully Profiled: 56
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The rhetorical style is formal and analytical, centering on logical and legal arguments, often citing specific articles of the constitution. The tone is anxious and urgent, particularly concerning the flawed wording of the legislation and the inadequate limit set for savings. Emotional examples are employed, such as references to "coffin money" (savings for funeral expenses) and the act of gifting piggy banks to children. The speaker aims to persuade the audience of the necessity of correcting both the procedural and substantive errors.
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The rhetoric is formal and heavily relies on data and statistics, but the tone is critical and urgent, especially when highlighting inequality. Both logical argumentation (comparison of figures) and emotional warnings (the threat of protests and "screaming devaluation") are employed. The follow-up question is detailed and procedural, focusing on the need for negotiations.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The rhetorical style is formal and respectful, addressing ministers by their titles, but simultaneously using an analytical tone to call the minister's administrative competence into question. Both political criticism (the Ekseko case) and personal context (the "friend of birds" reference) are used to introduce the subjects.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The style is formal and interrogative, focusing on details and procedures. The tone is concerned and demanding, particularly when highlighting the injustice surrounding social issues (special needs care, disability benefits). It employs logical appeals, relying on specific numbers and facts to dispute government claims.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The rhetorical style is critical and insistent, combining logical appeals (audit data, increasing waiting lists) with emotional elements (workers protesting in the street, the burden on family caregivers). The speaker presents direct challenges to the prime minister, demanding solutions regarding the issue of underfunding and drawing comparisons with a previous period.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, addressing the minister directly. The tone is critically constructive, acknowledging positive steps ("very good," "great"), but emphasizing shortcomings ("late and little"). The speaker uses direct questions and admits the possibility that the missing information might be their own oversight, which adds a measure of restraint to the presentation.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The style is critical, concerned, and straightforward, especially when addressing social issues, utilizing both logical arguments and emotional appeals (e.g., referring to a 91-cent increase as insulting). The speaker maintains a formal tone, addressing the esteemed presiding officer and the minister, but simultaneously raises pointed questions and criticizes the procedural rushing. He/She quotes at length from an interest group's address to emphasize the basis of his/her viewpoints.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The rhetorical style is serious and forceful, employing strong emotional terms such as "catastrophe" and "mass slaughter." The speaker poses direct questions demanding accountability, emphasizing both the government's political failure and the mental health needs of the employees.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The tone is predominantly serious, concerned, and urgent, especially when describing the crisis in the social sector, where emotional appeals are used (worry and suffering are at their breaking point). When addressing the government, the style is direct and demanding, focusing on highlighting risks and negative consequences while requiring honesty and transparency. The speaker uses both data (special care funding percentages) and references to public actions (the rally on September 25th).
2025-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The style is polite and respectful, addressing both the Chair and the President of the Bank of Estonia with deference. The speaker employs both acknowledgement (for highlighting the topic of cash) and a direct political line of questioning, while simultaneously recognizing the sensitivity and inappropriateness of the question.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The style of address is extremely polite, respectful, and appreciative, especially towards the Chancellor of Justice ("a big thank you to you... for explaining matters with such a kind and friendly disposition"). The tone is balanced, praising the excellent work of most employees, but simultaneously emphasizing the need to identify and resolve the "occasional isolated flaws" (literally: drops of tar).
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The style is formal and respectful ("esteemed chairman," "respected Minister of Social Affairs"), but simultaneously very persistent and demanding, given that the question regarding budget priorities in the social sector is reiterated multiple times. The emphasis lies on logical and political argumentation, seeking specific points (one, two, or three topics).
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The style is formal, respectfully addressing the presiding officer and the minister, yet simultaneously concerned and urgent. Emotional appeals are utilized, describing the immense pain and fear people feel regarding the closure of services. The speaker presents direct and concrete demands (e.g., "one-two-three steps"), balancing emotion with political pressure.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The rhetorical style is urgent and critical, emphasizing human suffering and the severity of the situation facing those in need. Both logical arguments (data, the length of waiting lists) and emotional appeals are employed, referencing the demonstration on Toompea and the issue of wage poverty. The government's inaction is sharply criticized, with accusations that it is merely engaging in election campaigning.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The rhetorical style is direct and demanding, posing pointed questions to the minister regarding accountability and the timing of the actions. The speaker employs both procedural criticism and emotional appeal, highlighting the lack of empathy shown toward the victims. He/She notes the minister's initially aggressive tone but acknowledges that the responses improved toward the end of the address.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The rhetorical style is formal and well-reasoned, yet simultaneously urgent and occasionally emotional, emphasizing the critical situation that families have found themselves in. It employs both logical appeals (historical precedents, numerical examples) and moral pressure (the necessity of aiding those in distress). When faced with opposition, the tone turns critical, accusing the minister of denigrating the opponents.
2025-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The rhetorical style is formal and respectful, beginning with an acknowledgment of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and the dedicated professionals in the field. The speaker employs both emotional appeals (damaged reputation and health) and a logical framing of the issue to identify systemic solutions. The tone is measured, yet conveys concern regarding the violation of the sense of justice.
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The rhetorical style is urgent and serious, emphasizing the critical nature of the situation and the necessity for immediate action before the heating season begins. Both emotional appeals (such as the poverty trap and falling into hardship) and logical arguments are utilized, referencing inflation data and earlier legislative precedent (from 2022). The address itself is formal, respectfully directed toward the presiding officer and the Prime Minister.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The tone is polite and respectful, formally addressing both the Chair and the Rapporteur. The speaker expresses optimism and hope regarding cross-party cooperation, concluding directly with a question about whether hope can be sustained.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The rhetorical style is formal, yet insistent and critical, particularly concerning the Prime Minister's positions, where he promises to "take a different view." Both logical arguments (historical precedent, inflation) and emotional appeals are used, describing the situation as a "crying necessity" and warning against the poverty trap. He employs sharp irony, stating that the system cannot be fixed "on air and love."
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The rhetorical style is serious and critical, particularly regarding security in the social sector, employing both emotional arguments (dignity, respect) and logical ones (the number of deficiencies, the need for funding). Emphasis is placed on the necessity of swift action and restoring the system's credibility, going so far as to demand the incarceration of the perpetrators.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The rhetorical style is serious, factual, and critical, especially concerning government inaction and budget cuts. The speaker balances legal analysis (improvements to the draft bill) with emotional concerns regarding vulnerable groups and the burden placed on parents. Direct accusations and acknowledgments (e.g., to journalists) are used to emphasize the need for advocacy, and the tone is concerned rather than conciliatory.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The style is formal and direct, posing a specific political question to the Minister of Finance. A critical tone is employed, casting doubt on the government's claims regarding the public's financial well-being, but the text concludes with a concrete political proposal/query concerning state bonds.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The rhetorical style is formal and direct, employing pointed questions that demand the minister take responsibility and provide explanations (e.g., "who did what wrong?"). The overall tone is critical and urgent, calling into question the credibility of the government's long-term planning. The appeals are primarily logical, focusing on the efficient use of resources and sustainability.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The style is formal and respectful, addressing the Minister directly and thanking the presiding officer. Logical argumentation is employed, introducing an international comparison (the Finnish President and Minister) to emphasize the importance of promoting vocational education and the deficiencies present in Estonia.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The style is formal and detailed in describing the legislative process, emphasizing the thoroughness of committee meetings and the precision of the minutes. The tone shifts to concerned and critical when addressing service deficiencies, government cuts, and the uncertainty of the social security system. Both logical argumentation (explaining procedural steps) and emotional emphasis (the burden of worry carried by parents) are employed.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The rhetorical style is formal and corrective, focusing on logical explanation and the precise definition of technical terms. The objective is to ensure clarity for both colleagues and the general public monitoring the broadcast. The tone is neutral, yet resolutely corrective.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The tone is concerned and urgent, emphasizing the direct impact of system failures on the lives and financial security of 800,000 people. The style is formal, addressing the Prime Minister, and utilizes logical argumentation based on concrete facts and previously given promises. The goal is to create pressure for making budget decisions.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaking style is analytical, detailed, and often anxious, particularly regarding IT system failures, which are described as being "on the verge of collapse." There is a strong reliance on facts, figures, and official sources (the National Audit Office, quotes from the Prime Minister). Although the speaker thanks those who raised the inquiry for bringing up the topic, he simultaneously criticizes the opposition's tone as "gloating," and calls for constructive cooperation.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The rhetorical style is businesslike, demanding, and persistent, pressuring the Prime Minister to provide concrete answers regarding the future of social affairs and healthcare. Formal language and logical argumentation are employed, referencing previous agreements and systemic concerns. The tone is anxious, particularly in light of government negotiations and potential cuts.
2025-04-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The style is formal and respectful, thanking the minister for the materials and overview. The tone is predominantly inquisitive and moderately concerned, focusing on identifying practical problems (e.g., access, the impact of the reform). The speaker poses logical and technical questions, avoiding emotional appeals.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The rhetorical style is formal and courteous, respectfully addressing the presiding officer and the minister. The speaker employs a powerful appeal to the public, positioning themselves as the voice of the people of Estonia (the listeners and viewers). The question is presented as a direct and critical concern, initially raised by a citizen who called in, which subtly lends a sharp edge to the overall style.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The rhetorical style is formal and critical, strongly emphasizing the urgent need to solve social problems and demanding a clear message from the Prime Minister. Logical appeals are employed, referencing economic data and specific legislative changes, to highlight the erosion of workers' sense of security. The tone is concerned and demanding, focusing on people's daily livelihood.
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The style is formal and respectful, addressing the chair and the rapporteur using polite titles. The speaker employs a direct questioning method, focusing on logical appeal, and contrasting the current expenditure with the social and economic benefits (specifically, the training of NEET youth).
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The style is formal, serious, and concerned, balancing logical demands (the lack of analysis) with emotional appeals (parental fears). The speaker emphasizes democratic engagement and listening to concerns, viewing opposition as constructive feedback rather than a personal attack. Quoting (a ministry notice) and referencing history and the official transcript are utilized.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The style is formal and respectful, addressing the Prime Minister with a question. The tone is constructive, focusing on a logical and procedural solution (the creation of a commission) in order to respond to the urgency of the demographic crisis. Instead of emotional appeals, the responsibility of the national leader is emphasized.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
The rhetorical style is polite, formal, and respectful, including direct expressions of gratitude to the presenter ("Thank you very, very much"). The speaker employs a logical framework in their argumentation, linking public health to the nation's defense capabilities, and poses questions aimed at finding concrete solutions.
2025-02-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The rhetorical style is interrogative and concerned, yet polite (addressing the esteemed presiding officer and the minister). The speaker balances a logical demand (for substantive analysis) with personal knowledge (citing the example of Ämmuste School in Viljandi County) to highlight the excellent work being done by the schools. The style is formal and focuses on concrete facts and procedural matters.
2025-02-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaking style is formal, polite, and inquisitive, respectfully addressing both the presiding officer and the presenter. The communication is logical and procedural, focusing on obtaining specific information regarding the preparation of the draft legislation while avoiding emotional expressions.
2025-01-29
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The style is formal, objective, and procedural, characteristic of a representative of the steering committee providing an overview of the work completed. The address is logical and detailed, focusing on the neutral conveyance of the committee's discussion, the questions posed, and the minister's responses. He avoids emotional appeals but refers to specific cases of concern raised by other colleagues.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The style is formal, respectful, and focused on questions, addressing the esteemed presiding officer and the rapporteur. It emphasizes a logical and criterion-based approach, demanding that decisions not be made based on emotion. It expresses moderate emotional tension, referencing shame concerning previous unresolved issues (the Slava Ukraini case).
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The rhetorical style is polite and optimistic regarding the adoption of the bill, expressing "great pleasure" that the draft has reached the main chamber. The speaker employs an explanatory and logical approach to correct a misconception, repeatedly stressing that this is a choice, not an obligation.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The rhetorical style is formal, respectful, and analytical, beginning with an expression of gratitude to the presiding officer and the minister. The tone is appreciative of the state's activities but concludes with a specific and technical question regarding the financing of the service house project and the opening of a new round. The appeal is logical, based on the uneven functioning of the system across Estonia.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The style is formal, detailed, and analytical, relying extensively on statistics and references to draft legislation. The tone is concerned and urgent, particularly regarding the vulnerability of the elderly and the underfunding of the social sector, emphasizing the sharing of their "concern." It utilizes both logical arguments and appeals to the issue of self-dignity.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The style is formal, comprehensive, and procedural, characteristic of a representative from the steering committee who is providing an overview of the legislative process. The speaker relies on logical arguments, factual evidence, and procedural details (including session dates, participants, and consensus decisions). The tone is neutral and objective, intended to convey information and ensure the seamless processing of the bill.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The rhetorical style is formal, courteous, and respectful, repeatedly expressing deep gratitude to both the presiding officer and the Chancellor of Justice for their work. The speaker employs a logical structure, starting with acknowledgment and then transitioning to a specific issue based on constituents' appeals. The tone is concerned, yet constructive.
2024-06-13
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The style is extremely formal, polite, and conciliatory, including repeated expressions of gratitude to both the presiding officer and the head of the Financial Supervision Authority. The speaker employs self-deprecation, apologizing in advance for the potential lack of expertise in their question, and subsequently poses a clear, logical question concerning the role of the institution.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The first speech is formal and ceremonial, utilizing a historical narrative and a list of performance-driven achievements, and concluding with an emotional appeal regarding the upcoming Children's Protection Day. The second speech is skeptical and critical, employing the metaphor "done-thought, not thought-done" to criticize the legislative process and express concern.
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The style is formal, respectful, and sincere, balancing the citation of strategic documents and statistics (a logical appeal) with a strong value-based and emotional emphasis. The speaker uses personal credibility to emphasize the sincerity of their words, acknowledging that their thoughts might sound "overly dramatic." The tone is generally supportive and constructive, recognizing the work that has been done.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The address is formal and respectful, directed towards the esteemed Presiding Officer and the Minister. The style is analytical and logical, focusing on the justification of the policy (the necessity of imposing restrictions so as not to violate the sense of justice) and the acknowledgement of the procedure.
2024-04-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaking style is extremely polite, formal, and appreciative, utilizing repeated expressions of gratitude directed at the presiding officer, the chamber president, and the commission. The tone is constructive and businesslike, concluding with a specific question regarding the popularity of the profession among young people.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The rhetorical style is direct and formal (including addresses to the presiding officer and the minister), but it contains a slight irony directed at the minister ("the minister with the glib talk"). The speaker emphasizes the importance of using the Estonian language in parliament and demands explanations regarding both substantive issues and procedural errors, maintaining a critical and demanding attitude.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
The rhetorical style is polite and respectful ("Honored Chairman! Respected Presenter!"), yet its substance is argumentative and critical. The speaker uses logical appeals, supporting them with practical examples, and concludes by expressing disappointment ("It's sad that you don't see") that the opposing side refuses to acknowledge the contradiction he has raised.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The rhetorical style is largely constructive, formal, and optimistic, particularly when supporting the draft legislation, where the speaker expresses "great pleasure." The speaker employs both logical arguments (explaining the law's content and history) and emotional appeal, urging unified support and backing "in noble peace." A personal historical reference (the 2014 meeting) is also utilized to establish credibility.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The style is formal, respectful, and analytical, commencing with an expression of gratitude to both the presiding officer and the minister for their thoroughness. The argumentation is logical, centering on the unintended consequences of the policy and calling for studies to be conducted to improve the situation and prevent adverse emotional effects.
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The style is formal, serious, and argumentative, balancing logical appeals (references to the explanatory memorandum, court decisions, and ministry positions) with emotional appeal (describing the parents' "gauntlet" and the violation of human dignity). The speaker uses numerous quotes and references to official documents to establish credibility, and concludes with a call for a statesmanlike approach.