By Plenary Sessions: Vladimir Arhipov
Total Sessions: 99
Fully Profiled: 99
2025-10-16
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The rhetorical style is critical, sharp, and direct, employing strong emotional assessments, especially towards the government (e.g., "cynical viewpoint"). Rhetorical questions and ideological opposition are used to emphasize the injustice of the government's policies and the poor state of the country. At the same time, great respect is expressed for civil society initiatives and the work of the presenter ("hats off to you").
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The style of discourse is direct and questioning, utilizing formal address ("Dear Presenter," "Respected Manager"). It combines a political challenge (the lack of alternatives) with an emotional appeal, emphasizing the tax's extreme unpopularity among the public.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The rhetorical style is formal and analytical, focusing on direct, probing questions addressed to the minister. The tone is concerned and emphasizes logical argumentation, referencing the negative trend in economic indicators and the problem of rising prices. Emotional appeals are avoided, favoring a fact-based approach.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The style is predominantly critical and passionate, employing strong emotional appeals, particularly when addressing social issues (children attending physical education class hungry) and the car tax (a red rag to a bull). Rhetorical questions are utilized, and human principles are emphasized, balancing value-based rhetoric with economic arguments (costs, wage increases). The speeches are formal, addressing the esteemed presiding officer and colleagues.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
Uses a moderate and constructive tone, emphasizing cooperation and pragmatism. Balances emotional appeals ("the security of all of us") with fact-based arguments. The speaking style is formal yet accessible, utilizing clear examples and logical conclusions. Speeches are concluded with words of thanks, demonstrating courtesy and respect.
2025-09-24
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing
Employs a question-based approach, presenting direct challenges to the minister. The rhetoric is fact-based, yet simultaneously critical and highly pressurizing. The tone is polite but firm, utilizing formal addresses such as "esteemed Minister" combined with sharp questions. It emphasizes the contradictions between the government's claims and the actual reality.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
An emotional and combative rhetorical style that combines personal investment with fact-based arguments. It frequently employs rhetorical questions and direct addresses ("Where are we headed if we continue like this?", "Is this fair?"). The tone is passionate and accusatory, particularly when criticizing the legal system and the government. Speeches often conclude with an emotional appeal or a warning.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker employs emotional and persuasive rhetoric, particularly when addressing constitutional matters, often appealing directly to the "good people of Estonia." They frequently pose rhetorical questions to undercut opponents' viewpoints and utilize dramatic language ("a very slippery slope," "undermining/subversion"). This criticism is balanced by constructive proposals, especially in relation to the state of emergency law.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
The tone used is direct and critical. They start speeches politely with "Thank you, esteemed chairman/minister," but quickly transition to specific issues. They pose sharp questions and employ irony ("You are currently the champion in this regard"). They rely on facts and concrete examples, rather than emotional appeals.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
Uses a direct and practical approach, often starting questions with the phrase, "Did I understand correctly?" Highlights specific examples (half a year in a queue, seeing a private doctor tomorrow) and uses colloquial language ("let's come back down to earth," "how to untangle this mess"). Balances critical questions with constructive proposals.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
The speaking style is direct and critical, yet polite, starting with a traditional greeting. They use rhetorical questions and concrete examples to substantiate their positions. The tone is demanding but not aggressive, focusing on facts and logical arguments. Technical issues (such as the microphone cutting out) are also noted, which demonstrates a pragmatic approach.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
Uses a polite yet direct approach, initiating conversations with traditional courtesy phrases and references to colleagues. Questions are presented in a structured and logical manner, combining facts and figures with emotional concerns. The tone of voice is moderate but firm, and aggressiveness is avoided.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Uses a constructive and collaborative tone. Expresses disappointment calmly and professionally, focusing on solving the problem rather than assigning blame. The delivery is direct and practically focused.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
They employ an emotional and personal approach, bringing to the forefront the everyday worries of citizens. The rhetoric is direct and highly critical of the government, using phrases like "catching the crooks" and "the state is fleecing the people." They often provide practical examples drawn from their local experience and emphasize the importance of social responsibility.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The speaking style is direct and critical, utilizing rhetorical questions to cast doubt on the government's policy. The tone is concerned and accusatory, particularly when posing the question, "Has the government abandoned the goal of providing jobs for Estonian people in their own homeland?" It combines emotional and logical arguments, highlighting the worries of local residents.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker's rhetoric is emotional and dramatic, employing phrases such as "panic attack" and "the cornerstone is cast on sand." They combine technical arguments with personal concerns, appealing directly to the "good Estonian people." The style is confrontational yet constructive—they do not propose discontinuation but rather seek improvements.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
An emotional and populist style of rhetoric that utilizes direct addresses such as "good Estonian people" and rhetorical questions to amplify its impact. It combines fact-based arguments with a personal touch, employing figurative expressions like "Pandora's box" and "witch hunt." The tone is critical and cautionary, emphasizing the concerns of ordinary people.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
It employs the use of questions as a rhetorical device ("Simple question: are we moving in the opposite direction?") and structured argumentation through comparisons. The style is polite yet critical, beginning with words of thanks directed at the presenter, but subsequently moving on to sharp criticism.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Uses polite forms of address ("respected chairman," "dear presenter"), but poses sharp questions. The rhetoric is inquisitive and analytical, employing logical arguments and concrete examples to support their positions. The style is factual rather than emotional.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
It employs a factual and critical approach, presenting specific questions and figures. The rhetoric is straightforward and problem-focused, highlighting the inefficiency of existing systems. The style is formal yet critical, concentrating on the search for practical solutions.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
It uses rhetorical questions and emotionally charged phrasing ("has the government given up hope"). The tone is critical and challenging, yet it remains within the bounds of politeness. It combines factual data with an emotional appeal regarding faith in the capabilities of the Estonian people.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
A direct and critical tone is used when posing questions, always starting politely with "Thank you, esteemed Chairman/Minister." The rhetoric is fact-based and specific, employing precise figures and references to documents. The style is generally formal, but also incorporates emotional elements, such as "I was immediately shocked by this." An accusatory line of questioning regarding government policy is consistently employed.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The speaking style is polite and constructive, utilizing the formal address "Esteemed Minister." The rhetoric is more inquisitive than assertive, focusing on a specific question concerning the Minister's stance. The tone is neutral and diplomatic.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
Uses a direct and demanding tone, emphasizing public concern and the right to know. It concludes with the emotional appeal, "The people of Estonia are listening," which demonstrates an attempt to connect with the electorate. The questions are presented in a structured and consistent manner, demanding concrete answers.
2025-05-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker employs confrontational and emotional rhetoric, accusing the government of "fibbing" and outright "lying." The language is direct and accusatory, utilizing evocative phrases like "a heavy blow," "the back door," and "a weak spine." Rhetorical questions are posed to emphasize the government's contradictions and perceived injustice.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Employs a direct and practical approach, posing specific questions without excessive emotion. Relies on expert opinion ("every serviceman and railway worker says") to validate their arguments. Maintains a polite-formal tone, using standard forms of address ("Esteemed Prime Minister," "Dear Chairman").
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The approach employed is factual and problem-focused, with the question presented in a structured manner. The tone is formal and constructive, concentrating on the search for practical solutions. It highlights the specific consequences for children who are left without the required support.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The tone of the speech is emotional and combative, drawing strong parallels with the Soviet era and warning against an anti-Christian campaign. The style blends legal arguments with emotional appeals, utilizing rhetorical questions and dramatic analogies. The address is solemn and speaks directly to "the Estonian people."
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
It employs an emotional and empathetic approach, highlighting specific real-life dilemmas. The rhetoric is impactful and human-centric, utilizing visual examples (yellow and red stickers in the store) to illustrate the situation. The tone is concerned and demanding, yet remains respectful toward the minister.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The rhetoric is polite yet critical, employing standard parliamentary forms of address ("respected rapporteur"). The speaker employs logical arguments, drawing upon economic consequences and democratic principles. The style is fact-based yet emotionally charged, particularly on the energy issue, where the impact on "every person living in Estonia" is highlighted.
2025-05-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The approach is emotional and personal, emphasizing specific examples (such as a solitary pensioner forced to choose between medication and food). The rhetoric is passionate and morally charged, employing questions and direct appeals aimed at the minister. It combines fact-based arguments with powerful emotional appeals, concluding with a call for moral responsibility.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
A formal and polite tone is used, commencing with a traditional expression of gratitude. The style of discourse is constructive and fact-based, focusing on specific issues without emotional evaluations.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
An emotional and dramatic style, utilizing direct address to the audience ("Good people who are watching us!"). It emphasizes themes of human dignity and justice, utilizing rhetorical questions and personal stories regarding the situation of pensioners. It combines fact-based arguments with emotional appeals, particularly when discussing vulnerable social groups.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The tone is factual and accusatory, beginning politely ("Thank you, esteemed Chairman! Good Minister!") before transitioning into a critical analysis. The speech is structured logically, starting with a description of the problem, followed by accusations, and concluding with a specific question. Emotional leverage is employed by stressing the importance of food security.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Employs a questioning format to present criticism and demand answers from the minister. The style is polite but decidedly more critical, emphasizing the necessity of a "dignified old age" using emotionally impactful phrasing.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
It employs an emotionally resonant yet matter-of-fact tone, citing real-life examples of the struggles pensioners face in affording a trip to a cafe and the decline of local communities. The rhetoric is direct and critical, utilizing evocative phrases such as "word analysis makes my blood boil." It combines personal experience with fact-based arguments, thereby creating a credible and compelling narrative.
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The approach used is polite and structured, starting with an expression of gratitude toward the presenter. Questions are posed in a logical sequence, and the constraints of time limits are acknowledged. The style leans toward formal and analytical rather than emotional.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
It employs a formal yet accessible style, beginning by thanking veterans to establish an an emotional connection. It balances criticism with constructive suggestions, using rhetorical questions ("where do we draw the line...") to underscore its points. It concludes on a positive note, affirming support for transparency.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The tone of speech is polite and constructive, utilizing formal address ("respected Chairman," "dear Minister"). The rhetoric blends an emotional approach (concern for citizens) with rational argumentation, presenting specific questions and alternatives.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The rhetoric is inquisitive and cautious, employing rhetorical questions ("Doesn't it seem to you...") and referencing the public's anxiety. The style is polite but critical, combining emotional arguments (societal anxiety) with logical concerns (security risks).
2025-04-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker employs an emotional and combative tone, combining personal narratives ("every family, every child, every elderly person") with fact-based arguments. The rhetoric is direct and provocative, utilizing questions to undermine the opponent's stance ("Where do you get that...?", "How can one not understand this?"). The overall tone is critical and accusatory toward the government.
2025-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
It employs an emotional and personal approach, emphasizing teachers working "with heart" and highlighting practical experience. The rhetoric is questioning and provocative, using direct questions aimed at the minister and stressing contradictions within the system. The style is straightforward and somewhat critical, but remains within the bounds of politeness.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
It employs a direct and interrogative approach, combining ironic remarks ("you are a secret supporter") with fact-based questions. The rhetoric is confrontational rather than conciliatory, utilizing specific numbers and examples in support of its arguments. It emphasizes the need for practical results instead of emotional appeals.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
He/She employs a direct and confrontational approach, posing sharp rhetorical questions to opponents. He/She combines emotional narratives (such as the example of the Russian girl) with fact-based arguments. The tone is critical and challenging, using personal examples to illustrate his/her viewpoints.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
Employs an emotional and personal approach, introducing their family's connection to the subject matter. Contrasting imagery ("hole" versus "memorial") is utilized to achieve a dramatic effect. The tone is demanding and passionate, using phrases such as "this is a shame for the Estonian state," and appeals to both personal and national values.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The manner of speaking is courteous and formal, beginning with the traditional expression of thanks: "Thank you, esteemed Chair!" The questions are structured and analytical, focusing on fact-based aspects rather than emotional claims. The style is more investigative than argumentative.
2025-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker employs a tactic of posing questions to gain clarification regarding the practical aspects of the proposal. The style is polite and formal, utilizing traditional parliamentary forms of address.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
It employs emotionally charged and confrontational rhetoric, combining it with concrete examples. The tone is critical and demanding, utilizing figurative language, such as describing the government as a "headless chicken." It appeals to both rational arguments and emotions, emphasizing urgency and accountability.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
Uses polite forms of address ("Respected Presiding Officer," "Dear Minister"), but maintains a direct and critical tone. Poses specific, fact-based questions and employs rhetorical devices such as "the common person's understanding" and the vivid phrase, "figuratively speaking, you're breaking ground." Concludes honestly, expressing dissatisfaction with the answer received.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker employs a direct and critical approach, posing a series of consecutive rhetorical questions to the Prime Minister. The tone is demanding and impatient, highlighting the urgency of delivering results through an emotional appeal directed at Estonian families.
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The manner of address is polite and formal, utilizing traditional parliamentary forms of address. The style is analytical and forward-looking, combining historical parallels with contemporary challenges. The tone is constructive and information-seeking.
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Uses a polite and constructive approach, starting with an expression of gratitude and employing respectful forms of address. Presents questions in a clearly structured manner, combining the analysis of factual information with a future perspective.
2025-03-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The style of argumentation relies on questions, posing a series of consecutive clarifying inquiries. The rhetoric is polite yet critical, always beginning with the phrases: "Thank you, esteemed Chair! Good presenter!" The overall style is direct and concrete, focusing on the identification of practical problems.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The text adopts a direct and personal approach, citing examples from their own experiences involving a kerosene lamp and the "green package" agreement. The rhetoric is critical and skeptical, yet polite, employing questions to undermine the minister's assertions and demanding clear answers on behalf of ordinary citizens.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
An emotional and passionate style that combines moral argumentation with factual claims. It uses rhetorical questions, historical parallels, and direct addresses to the people. The tone is cautionary and mobilizing, emphasizing the need for unity and criticizing the political motives of the authorities. The language is elevated and full of pathos.
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
The speaker employs a polite and respectful tone ("Esteemed Minister, thank you for your excellent presentation"). The style is fact-based and constructive, using specific examples and figures to support their arguments. The approach is more collaborative than confrontational.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaking style is emotional and direct, employing both irony ("That's pure acrobatics! Gold medal!") and personal memories as tools of persuasion. He/She combines technical arguments with emotional appeals, utilizing rhetorical questions and direct challenges. The style is confrontational, yet simultaneously attempts to underscore the necessity of social unity.
2025-02-19
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
He/She employs a direct and inquisitive approach, posing specific questions to the ministers. The tone is polite yet persistent, using expressions like "an age-old issue" (or, literally, "a topic with a beard") to describe long-standing problems. This combines emotional arguments (the plight of low-wage earners) with rational solutions (a bank tax).
2025-02-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
It uses interrogative rhetoric and direct communication, addressing the recipient as "dear presenter." The tone is critical and challenging, employing emotional arguments ("very fragile," "huge profit"). The style is direct and confrontational, but remains within the bounds of politeness.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
It employs a courteous yet straightforward style, always beginning with the polite phrase, "Thank you, good/esteemed Chairman." The rhetoric is practical and concrete, utilizing real-life examples, such as the official—"the poor woman"—who has to cope with aggressive dog owners and their dogs.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
It uses a polite and formal tone, beginning with an expression of gratitude and respectfully addressing the Prime Minister. The question is presented in a rhetorically structured manner, utilizing a clear contrast ("whether... or") to emphasize their viewpoint.
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
They use the form of questions to express their viewpoints, a style typical of parliamentary debate. The rhetoric is direct and critical, employing emotionally charged expressions such as "the shameful 200 euros." They balance factual data with moral criticism, emphasizing questions of justice.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Uses a polite and formal tone, addressing individuals as 'Esteemed Chairman' and 'Dear Minister'. Presents questions in a structured and specific manner, focusing on facts and data.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
They employ emotional and confrontational rhetoric, starting speeches with polite addresses but quickly transitioning to accusations. They pose rhetorical questions such as, "Why do you despise the Estonian people?" and use sharp terms like "forgery" and "deception." The tone is accusatory and provocative.
2025-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
It employs a factual and systematic approach, posing questions in a structured manner. The tone is polite yet critical, utilizing phrases such as "esteemed Minister of Health" and "dear director." It highlights public concerns and practical issues, generating emotional resonance through fact-based arguments.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The tone used is polite and respectful ("esteemed speaker," "dear manager"), but it conveys clear criticism of the system. The rhetoric is optimistic and hopeful, employing emotional arguments when discussing the public's concerns. It raises practical questions and seeks specific answers.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The rhetoric is overtly critical and tinged with irony, employing phrases such as "a massive PR campaign" and "we didn't even manage to keep up with that." The style is inquisitive and provocative, focusing on specific facts and comparisons. The tone is skeptical and demanding, seeking answers regarding the justification of the government's decisions.
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Uses a polite and formal tone, starting all questions with a respectful address ('Thank you, esteemed Chairman! Honourable Prime Minister/Minister!'). Questions are presented in a logically structured manner, utilizing specific examples and facts. The style is investigative rather than accusatory, seeking solutions and explanations.
2024-12-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
Adopts a polite and constructive tone, starting with words of thanks and expressing Christmas wishes. Questions are posed in a concerned-yet-constructive manner rather than aggressively. Specific numbers and facts are presented, but a diplomatic approach is maintained. The questions often conclude with a direct inquiry regarding the minister's opinion.
2024-12-12
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
It uses a polite but critical tone, always beginning with courteous forms of address. It relies on concrete examples and facts to support its arguments. The style is direct and practical, utilizing emotionally charged phrases such as "closing down an entire police precinct" to emphasize the criticism.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
It employs emotionally charged expressions such as "sandwich price" and "tax rally," which lend the speech a critical and populist tone. The style is direct and confrontational, utilizing rhetorical questions to call government policy into question.
2024-12-10
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The address is polite and constructive, beginning with a note of thanks and employing respectful language. The speaker uses a simple analogy (the school-grade system) to clarify a complex issue and concludes with a thought-provoking question.
2024-12-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
Uses personal experience and emotional examples to strengthen the argument. The rhetoric is straightforward and concrete, incorporating vivid descriptions (opaque windows, smoke from the chimney). Questions are posed in a skeptical tone, expressing doubts regarding official promises. The overall tone is concerned, yet polite and formal.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
He/She employs a direct and confrontational style, combining irony ("Latvian businessmen bring a bottle of Prosecco") and emotional arguments regarding the plight of the poor. He/She poses rhetorical questions and demands direct answers, using everyday examples (like people "checking prices with a magnifying glass") to illustrate the situation.
2024-12-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The speaker employs rhetorical questions and the creation of contrasts to highlight the government's contradictions. The style is direct and provocative, combining polite forms of address ("esteemed minister") with a critical message. He/She uses emotionally charged imagery, such as "a unified fist against the enemy."
2024-12-02
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Employs a direct and interrogative approach, putting specific questions to the ministers. The tone is critical yet courteous, always beginning with, "Thank you, Speaker/Chair! Esteemed Minister!" It combines logical arguments with emotional appeals when defending the interests of the public.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker uses questioning as a rhetorical device, posing a total of six direct questions to their colleagues. Their style is polite but critical, always starting with, "Thank you, good Chair! Esteemed colleague!" They employ logical arguments and concrete examples, emphasizing the contradictions in the opponents' positions.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
Employs emotional and rapid rhetoric directed at criticizing the government. It highlights specific examples from everyday life and uses irony ("Very good answer! Unfortunately, life is a bit different"). The style is direct and confrontational, but focuses on facts and specific problems.
2024-11-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session
It uses a direct and critical tone, presenting rhetorical questions to the Prime Minister. The style is confrontational rather than conciliatory, utilizing specific examples to support its claims and emphasizing the inconsistencies between the government's promises and actions.
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
It uses emotional and accusatory rhetoric, characterizing the government's policy as "sad" and an "extortionate tax." Specific examples (talking to entrepreneurs, the pre-strike) are highlighted to support the arguments. The style is direct and confrontational, utilizing questions to pressure the opponent and emphasize one's own viewpoints.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaking style is formal and deferential, beginning all addresses with a polite salutation. When discussing foreign missions, the speaker employs emotionally charged and patriotic rhetoric, emphasizing bravery and a sense of duty. The argumentation is logical and structured, but it also includes strong appeals to core values regarding peace and security.
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
Adopts a straightforward and practical approach, stressing the need for realism ("let's be realistic"). The tone is measured and constructive, focusing on specific issues and solutions. Concerns are expressed factually, without emotional judgment.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
It employs a diplomatic and constructive tone, emphasizing cooperation and balance. The speech style has a clearly structured composition, presenting problems and offering solutions. It balances emotional arguments (values, solidarity) with rational arguments (efficiency, practicality). Key terms such as "balance," "efficiency," and "reducing bureaucracy" are used repeatedly.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
They employ a direct and interrogative approach, posing specific questions to the ministers. The rhetoric is concerned and demanding, stressing the persistence of the issues and the necessity of practical solutions. It relies on concrete examples and facts, avoiding general assertions.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
They use a direct and specific questioning style, relying on facts and figures. The rhetoric is substantive and critical, but always polite, invariably starting with "Thank you!" and utilizing formal forms of address. They prefer concrete examples over abstract statements.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The speaker employs polite but firm rhetoric, using proper forms of address ("Honorable Prime Minister") and structured questions. The style is fact-based, relying on specific examples and personal experiences, such as the story of a pensioner living in Sweden. The emotional aspect is evident in the concern for the situation of pensioners, but the argumentation remains rational and constructive.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
A polite and formal tone is employed, beginning with the traditional salutations "Thank you, esteemed Chairman" and "Honorable Minister". The style is direct and fact-based, posing specific questions devoid of emotional judgment. The rhetoric is constructive and focused on finding practical solutions.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker adopts a polite and constructive tone, always beginning with expressions of gratitude ("Aitäh, hea istungi juhataja!"). They pose questions systematically and logically, employing both emotional ("mul on siiralt hea meel") and rational arguments. The style is more exploratory than accusatory, focusing on the search for solutions.
2024-09-23
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
He uses questioning as the primary rhetorical device, repeatedly addressing the presenter for clarification. The tone is critical yet courteous, employing traditional parliamentary forms of address. He expresses his views directly and clearly, also using folk expressions such as, "where the forest is cut, chips fly."
2024-09-19
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
It employs emotional and accusatory rhetoric, repeatedly highlighting the plight of "the poorest" and "the most vulnerable." The style is direct and confrontational, utilizing rhetorical questions and personal addresses ("Dear Vadim"). It relies more on moral argumentation than on technical analysis.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
Adopts a humorous and slightly ironic approach (referencing the oil lamp) while maintaining a constructive and professional tone. Questions are presented in a structured manner, progressing from general concerns to specific technical details. The overall tone is consultative rather than confrontational.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The approach used is polite yet direct, beginning with a traditional expression of thanks. The rhetoric is fact-based and inquisitive, rather than accusatory, maintaining a diplomatic tone while addressing a sensitive international issue.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Uses a polite yet direct style, beginning with expressions of gratitude and adhering strictly to parliamentary etiquette. The questions are posed rhetorically, utilizing specific examples and logical conclusions to substantiate their position.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Employs a structured and analytical approach, dividing the speech into clear thematic sections. The tone is mostly moderate and constructive, although it does include critical comments. It combines fact-based arguments with emotional appeals, particularly when discussing public safety. The speech concludes with an ironic remark regarding the credibility of the Riigikogu.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The tone of the speech is polite and constructive, starting with a respectful address to the Prime Minister. The speaker employs logical argumentation, highlighting specific examples and offering practical solutions. The style is collaborative and focused on problem-solving, rather than being accusatory.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The rhetoric is direct, questioning, and critical, utilizing polite forms of address ("Esteemed Mr. Minister") while posing sharp questions. The style is structured and argumentative, focusing on specific contradictions between the coalition's words and actions. The tone is professional, but distinctly oppositional.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
They employ emotionally charged comparisons (like collectivization) and rhetorical questions to underscore their positions. The speaking tone is critical and direct, particularly when addressing bureaucracy and injustice. Historical references are combined with modern political arguments to enhance the persuasiveness of their views.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
Employs a direct, fact-based approach, asking specific questions and referencing exact timelines. The tone is polite yet firm, stressing the necessity of fulfilling commitments.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The address is formal and ceremonial in nature, strictly adhering to the wording of the oath prescribed by law. The style is neutral and appropriately solemn, as dictated by protocol, without any personal inflection.