By Plenary Sessions: Siim Pohlak

Total Sessions: 6

Fully Profiled: 6

2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The political position is strongly against the government's tax increases and spending policy, emphasizing the economic recession and the brutal exploitation of the people ("it is milking the Estonian people today like its own cow"). The main topics are the raising of state fees, climate policy, and state budget priorities. The focus is on the government's poor economic performance and unjust decisions, demanding the rejection of Draft Law 417.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The political position is strongly opposed to the government's tax policy, particularly the increase in fuel excise duty and the motor vehicle tax. The speaker sharply criticizes the fact that car owners are being asked for more money while the funding allocated for road repairs is simultaneously decreasing, which points to the government's poor performance. The criticism is primarily focused on performance and policy, demanding concrete positive outcomes from the engagement process.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The political position is strongly oppositional, focusing on the lack of credibility and transparency in e-voting, which is viewed as a threat to Estonian democracy. The proposed bills are dismissed as mere cosmetic changes that fail to address the underlying issues. Furthermore, the position is deeply value-based, stressing the critical importance of public trust in the electoral system. The speaker demands the immediate cessation of e-elections, citing the absence of a societal consensus and the distrust expressed by 40% of the population.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The political focus is heavily aimed at defending national sovereignty within the cultural sphere, a defense considered equal in importance to military protection. This stance is value-based, stressing the necessity of protecting national-language culture from the pressure exerted by major powers and mass culture. The speaker is challenging the government (specifically the minister) on the absence of concrete action plans for the protection of culture and language.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The political focus is on covering the state budget deficit and avoiding the introduction of new taxes. The speaker expresses strong opposition to the planned abolition of the tax hump, deeming it too great an expense given the 400–500 million euro budget shortfall. This stance is aimed at maintaining fiscal discipline and protecting the average wage earner.
2024-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The political stance centers on respecting sovereignty and exercising foreign policy tact. The speaker strongly criticizes the statements made by members of the Estonian government and associated individuals, which have offered negative assessments regarding Hungary's internal affairs. This position is value-based, emphasizing the necessity of a sensible and respectful policy toward sovereign nations.