By Months: Vladimir Arhipov
Total Months: 13
Fully Profiled: 13
10.2025
17 Speeches
The main opponent is the government and the ministers, whose policies are sharply criticized for incompetence and social injustice. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the detrimental effect of the car tax and the illogical nature of the plans to raise income tax. A complete rejection of the policy is demanded (cancellation of the car tax, abandonment of accepting foreign prisoners), which points to an uncompromising opposition.
09.2025
85 Speeches
The speaker consistently adopts a critical stance toward the government, particularly concerning tax policy and matters of social justice. The Prime Minister and several ministers are criticized for specific policy decisions. The opposition is principled, not personal—the focus remains squarely on how policy measures affect the public. A willingness to compromise is demonstrated only when it serves the interests of the citizens.
06.2025
31 Speeches
A persistent and fierce government critic who shows no willingness to compromise on fundamental issues. He accuses the government of irresponsible fiscal policy, the persecution of people, and violating the constitution. He specifically criticizes the actions of ministers and demands accountability. He employs strong rhetoric, such as "steamrolling" and "starting a witch hunt," demonstrating profound opposition to the government's policies.
05.2025
40 Speeches
The party consistently criticizes the Reform Party and the Social Democratic Party, accusing them of implementing tax hikes and slashing social benefits. It expresses unwavering opposition to the government’s tax policy, labeling it as outright "lying" and "deception." The opposition is principled and uncompromising, particularly on issues concerning the rights of pensioners and low-income citizens. Furthermore, it criticizes the previous coalition, which included the Social Democratic Party, for revoking the benefit intended for single-living pensioners.
04.2025
14 Speeches
Sharply criticizes the government and the prime minister, citing their low approval rating (22%). Attacks the prosecutor's office for its inaction in handling a rape case and accuses the Minister of Justice of remaining silent. Criticizes the Minister of Finance's approach, labeling it ideological and anti-people.
03.2025
20 Speeches
He/She leveled strong criticism against the government, accusing it of responsibility for the collapse of Nordica, tax hikes, and general indecisiveness. He/She criticizes the formation of commissions instead of making actual decisions. He/She opposes the removal of voting rights from non-citizens, labeling it the elimination of a political competitor. He/She also criticizes the complete closure of the state border with Russia.
02.2025
21 Speeches
Consistently adopts a critical stance toward the government, accusing it of a lack of transparency in decision-making processes and failing to involve the opposition. The individual sharply criticizes the government’s tax policy, particularly its refusal to implement a bank tax and its imposition of new taxes on ordinary citizens. They express strong opposition to constitutional amendments and restrictions on voting rights, labeling these actions as destabilizing. Furthermore, they accuse the government of polarizing society and discriminating against its citizens.
01.2025
19 Speeches
The speaker consistently criticizes the government’s policy, specifically targeting the Reform Party, accusing them of deceiving voters by concealing tax hikes during the election period. The criticism is primarily policy-focused, centering on specific decisions such as the consolidation of regional services and the maintenance of low social welfare payments. The opposition is constructive, offering alternatives and requesting clarifications.
12.2024
18 Speeches
Consistently criticizes the government and its tax policy, accusing them of turning against the people. Claims the government has not passed "even a single decent law" and calls the situation "embarrassing." Employs sharp rhetoric, calling the security tax a "PR stunt" and accusing the government of labeling. He/She strongly opposes the economic policy of the Reform Party.
11.2024
22 Speeches
It consistently criticizes the governing coalition, accusing it of disregarding the interests of the people and setting incorrect priorities. The criticism is particularly sharp regarding the restriction of voting rights, which it labels an attempt to weaken the Centre Party. It argues that the government fails to take citizens' opinions into account and conducts merely formal consultations without considering the results.
10.2024
10 Speeches
Takes a critical stance on the government's policy, particularly regarding the reduction of benefits for pensioners. Criticizes the government for withdrawing operating cost support from pensioners' associations. Expresses concern about the safety of women in the Riigikogu (Parliament), citing potential instances of humiliation.
09.2024
24 Speeches
Criticizes the government's austerity policy, particularly regarding education and the social sector, labeling it as "targeting the poorest and most vulnerable." Concern was also voiced regarding the bureaucratic approach to education reform, where classifications or categories seem to take precedence over actual competence. The decision to close the Consulate General in New York was criticized as an incomprehensible cost-cutting measure. However, the criticism is not personal; it focuses solely on the policy measures and their resulting consequences.
07.2024
8 Speeches
The speaker adopted a clear opposition stance against both the current and previous governments, accusing them of failing to deliver on promises and engaging in unfair tax practices. He specifically criticized ministers in the current government who "talked a big game" about returning money but failed to follow through. The criticism was primarily policy-focused, not personal, concentrating on specific decisions and their consequences.