By Months: Andres Metsoja
Total Months: 11
Fully Profiled: 11
12.2024
16 Speeches
The speaker opposes the government's policies, primarily criticizing unfair taxation and the ambiguous legal environment, which endangers property rights. He accuses the state of favoring state-owned enterprises (Enefit) over the private sector in the distribution of subsoil resources, and criticizes the ministries for their unreliable planning (citing the Pärnu example).
11.2024
31 Speeches
The main criticism is directed at the government coalition as a whole, specifically regarding tax policy and the implementation of administrative reforms. The criticism is primarily political and procedural, citing the rushing of draft legislation, the failure to assess impacts, and the exclusion of the opposition (for example, on the issue of voting rights). He/She criticizes the government for lacking vision and eroding trust, asserting that the country is being managed "on emotion."
10.2024
8 Speeches
The primary conflict is with the government, which is being criticized for tax hikes, deteriorating the economic environment, and violating the autonomy of local municipalities. The criticism is intense and ranges from specific political details (excise duties, the budget) to the philosophical defense of parliamentary democracy, demanding a vote of no confidence for undermining the parliament. The government is also accused of failing to grasp the big picture and of wasteful spending (e.g., the closure of the Paikuse school).
09.2024
12 Speeches
The main criticism is aimed at the government's decisions regarding regional security and illogical budget spending (specifically, the closure of Paikuse College). He/She also criticizes the government’s poor overall vision for energy planning and the inefficiency of regional policy in Southeast Estonia. He/She warns that certain draft legislation (such as the acceleration of renewable energy or the environmental charge) could provoke defiance and irritation within society, drawing attention to the procedural and social consequences.
07.2024
9 Speeches
The speaker is strongly opposed to the government's tax policy, considering it unjustifiable and detrimental to competitiveness. They criticize the coalition's decisions (e.g., scrapping the sweetened drinks tax) and demand explanations regarding the rationale behind these political choices. Additionally, they are subjecting the minister to ideological vetting concerning citizenship policy and their previous involvement regarding the Bronze Soldier monument.
06.2024
7 Speeches
The main criticism is directed at the government and its tax policy, which is considered unfair and regionally unbalanced. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the blanket nature of the taxes and bureaucratic obstacles (e.g., in forestry). The speaker calls the government's actions "political foolishness" and "essentially derisive," ruling out support for the bills currently under discussion.
05.2024
5 Speeches
The main criticism is aimed at the government and ministries (especially the Ministry of Climate), citing excessive bureaucracy and internal conflict (e.g., the differing directions of the environmental protection and energy departments). He/She criticizes policies that are either ineffective (like the sugar tax) or illogical (such as ignoring planning regulations), highlighting procedural uncertainty and a lack of consistency.
04.2024
9 Speeches
The primary conflict is with the government over the car tax and regulations that burden rural life, with the policy itself being criticized as irresponsible. Criticism is also directed at bureaucracy and judicial interference in planning, which creates confusion. The stance on the car tax is uncompromising, with calls for the president not to proclaim the bill as law.
03.2024
4 Speeches
The criticism is aimed at the actions of the executive branch (the Prime Minister) regarding the rule of law crisis, stressing the necessity of preventing political interference in the administration of justice. The criticism is procedural and focuses on demanding a clarification of the situation, citing the concerns of the public and the bar association.
02.2024
4 Speeches
The main opponent is the government coalition, which is criticized for inconsistencies in budget management (finding money internally versus abolishing taxes) and for its socially detrimental tax policy (the motor vehicle tax). Europe is also criticized for its passivity and remaining in its comfort zone when it comes to imposing sanctions against China and Russia. The criticism is primarily policy- and performance-based.
01.2024
14 Speeches
The criticism is aimed at the governing coalition and the ministers, citing the absence of an economic recovery plan and inadequate investment in the power grid. The critic also takes issue with the actions of the Economic Affairs Committee, which failed to thoroughly examine the substance of the draft bill concerning national defense properties. The criticism is primarily policy-driven and procedural, highlighting discrepancies with the legislature's original intent.