Agenda Profile: Anti Poolamets
Chair implementation
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Political Position
The political stance is strongly critical of the government, focusing on the dangers of mass immigration and the government's legislative inaction. It supports tax reduction and demands the application of the precautionary principle when planning wind farms, citing security and health risks. The position is both value-based (national identity, traditional values) and results-oriented (criticism of government inefficiency).
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Topic Expertise
Demonstrates expertise in the field of demography and immigration statistics, providing detailed comparative data concerning the Baltic states and the number of Ukrainian men residing in Estonia. Furthermore, they possess in-depth knowledge regarding the technical effects of wind farms, referencing methodologies for measuring infrasound and the resulting interference with the Estonian Defence Forces' surveillance capabilities. They substantiate their arguments using specific figures and by quoting the stances of the head of the Defence Forces Intelligence Centre and the commander of the navy.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetoric is predominantly combative and critical, employing strong terminology such as "mass immigration" and "extreme gender ideology." It frequently utilizes logical appeals, relying on statistics and the opinions of experts (e.g., Defense Force commanders, a Portuguese scientist). It also incorporates historical references (March 12) and accuses opponents of holding anti-democratic views or misleading the public.
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Activity Patterns
The MP is highly active in Riigikogu sessions, focusing on submitting interpellations and draft resolutions. This pattern of activity demonstrates consistent participation in shaping the agenda and raising procedural issues, particularly concerning the government's low volume of submitted bills and the organization of committee work.
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Opposition Stance
The main opponents are the government (Kaja Kallas), Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets, and Minister of Education Kristina Kallas, who are accused of misleading the public and refusing to govern. The criticism is intense, encompassing both political issues (immigration, educational ideology) and procedural violations (a sparse agenda, night sittings, the organization of committee work). It expresses strong opposition to the policies and historical actions of the "socialists."
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Collaboration Style
Works actively with members of their parliamentary group, submitting interpellations and draft legislation on behalf of several Riigikogu members (up to 10 members). There is no evidence of openness to compromise with the governing coalition, but cooperation with colleagues is noted when identifying procedural issues. Emphasizes the need to cooperate with allies on defense capability matters.
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Regional Focus
The focus is directed towards national issues (defense capability, population, education) and the international context (comparison of immigration volumes with the Baltic states, the ILO convention). It highlights the situation of the Finno-Ugric peoples (the Mari, Mordvins, and Komi) and references the policy regarding wind farms on Sweden's east coast within the context of security.
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Economic Views
Clearly supports tax reduction, seeing it as a necessary step following the restrictions imposed by the socialists. Economic views lean toward fiscal discipline and reducing the tax burden, while simultaneously criticizing the government's inaction in the legislative process.
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Social Issues
Takes a strong stance against mass immigration, stressing its negative impact on demographic proportions and the status of the Estonian indigenous people. It opposes extreme gender ideology in schools, viewing it as misleading children and politicizing educational institutions. It supports the ratification of International Labour Organization Convention No. 169 for the protection of indigenous peoples, focusing on the rights of Estonians and kindred peoples.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed at scrutinizing government activities through inquiries (concerning immigration, education, and defense capabilities). They initiated a bill for the temporary suspension of wind farm planning due to the dangers posed by infrasound. They emphasize the transparency of parliamentary work and criticize the board’s decisions regarding the postponement of important topics until night sessions, viewing this as an attempt to co-opt obstruction tactics.
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