By Months: Anti Poolamets
Total Months: 11
Fully Profiled: 11
12.2024
31 Speeches
There is no reference whatsoever in the speeches to seeking compromises or cross-party cooperation; the style is purely confrontational. Emphasis is placed on Parliament's right to decide on matters of war and peace, in opposition to the growing role of the executive branch.
11.2024
28 Speeches
The speaker criticizes the coalition's capacity for cooperation and suggests that the coalition should seek support from the opposition, especially to terminate the Social Democrats' policy (regarding voting rights). He/She emphasizes the need for cross-party cooperation on issues concerning national defense and the valuing of citizenship. Simultaneously, he/she points to EKRE's previous role in demanding withdrawal from the Mali mission as a positive example.
10.2024
25 Speeches
Emphasizes the need for a cross-party consensus on national defense issues, citing the raising of family benefits and the condemnation of genocide as examples. It calls upon coalition members (especially doctors) to rebel and leave their party due to ideological issues, indicating a readiness to cooperate based on value-driven opposition. Supports cooperation with Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland in recognizing historical crimes.
09.2024
19 Speeches
The speaker is largely confrontational, but notes a rare instance of agreement between the opposition and the coalition partners regarding the issue of the New York Consulate General. He criticizes the coalition's failure to reach a consensus and halt the Foreign Minister's "stubborn" decision. There is no evidence of direct cooperation or attempts to seek compromise with the government in the speeches.
07.2024
9 Speeches
The style is predominantly confrontational, focusing on challenging the government's actions and questioning its credibility. Nevertheless, the politician appealed to the Social Democrats, calling for support for large families in the context of the car tax, thereby hinting at potential cooperation in solving social problems.
06.2024
12 Speeches
The speaker thanks those who submitted the inquiry and refers to the joint position of the representative organizations of Estonians abroad (the Estonian National Committee in the United States) regarding the maintenance of consulates, emphasizing their support. There is no mention of a readiness to compromise with the coalition; rather, the communication is confrontational.
05.2024
9 Speeches
Data on cooperation is missing because the speeches concentrate on harsh criticism of the government and the demand for alternatives. The only reference made is to previous collaboration with the City of Tallinn regarding the Linnahall project, which is cited as a lost alternative—one that could have been a multifunctional 5,000-seat venue.
04.2024
35 Speeches
The speaker does not refer to cooperation with the coalition but emphasizes a clear ideological gulf. He mentions working with his faction colleagues (Henn Põlluaas, Leo Kunnas) on joint interpellations and expressing shared positions, particularly regarding national defense and Ukraine. Communication directed at the coalition is primarily confrontational and accusatory.
03.2024
28 Speeches
The cooperation is conducted within the opposition bloc, submitting interpellations signed by several Riigikogu members (e.g., inquiries by six or nine members). There is no mention of seeking compromises with the governing coalition or engaging in cross-party cooperation; rather, the ideological chasm is emphasized.
02.2024
19 Speeches
The speaker acts as an opposition politician, positioning himself against the government while emphasizing EKRE's own legislative initiatives. He points out the Reform Party's unwillingness to support these proposals (such as the teachers' salary increase), but holds out hope that other coalition parties might take up their ideas. Direct collaboration with the government is not referenced.
01.2024
44 Speeches
The working style is centered on oppositional activity and the submission of faction bills (such as lowering income tax), while defending obstruction as a legitimate parliamentary tool. There is zero openness to compromise with the ruling coalition; instead, the coalition is sharply criticized for its complacency and its inability to engage in debates. Cooperation with other opposition MPs (e.g., Ants Frosh) on raising local issues is also noted.