Session Profile: Anti Poolamets
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
2024-06-10
Political Position
In political activities, emphasis is placed on the rapid development of national defense capabilities in the field of drone technology, deeming this absolutely crucial in the context of the war in Ukraine. Economically, there is advocacy for implementing a bank tax, modeled after Lithuania's example, in order to address the government's funding shortfall. Strong criticism is leveled against the Prime Minister, targeting both his alleged dishonesty and the government's overall inaction.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the volume of military production in Russia, referencing a specific figure (nearly 6,000 drones annually). He/She is also familiar with the fiscal policy of the Baltic states, highlighting the expected revenue from the Lithuanian bank tax (230 million in 2024 and 2025). Additionally, reference is made to Ukraine's rule of law problems, citing Lavly Perling on the topic of judicial ethics.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly combative, direct, and emotional, particularly when addressing the Prime Minister. Sharp accusations of lying and spreading "nonsense" are used, and the Prime Minister is demanded to show self-control ("Pull yourself together!"). At the same time, this style is combined with fact-based questions (drones, the Lithuanian bank tax), and the urgency of the topics is emphasized.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
Not enough data.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The confrontation is extremely intense and personal, aimed directly at Prime Minister Kaja Kallas. She is being accused of immediately starting to lie the moment she approached the microphone and of spreading rumors concerning EKRE and Ukraine. The criticism is severe, but the speaker stresses that their side maintained its composure during the Prime Minister's Eastern transport scandal.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Not enough data.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is heavily international and centered on the Baltic region. Emphasis is placed on the impact of the war in Ukraine and the urgent need to develop drone technology rapidly. In economic matters, Lithuania and Latvia are used as direct points of comparison, citing similarities in economic structure and banking sectors.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The speaker supports financial regulation, backing restrictions on excessive profit-taking and the curbing of quick loan firms. He actively advocates for the introduction of a bank tax, viewing it as a crucial revenue stream that would help alleviate the government’s concerns about revenue collection. This stance is focused more on boosting state income than on market deregulation.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Among social topics, the question of corruption and the rule of law is raised in the Ukrainian context, referencing the need to purge corruption, particularly concerning the practice of paying bribes to pass judicial ethics exams. The question is also posed whether certain leniency measures should be favored when admitting Ukraine to the European Union.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative priorities encompass the accelerated development of the defense industry in the realm of drone technology. Furthermore, the focus remains on financial regulation, specifically limiting predatory lending practices and implementing a bank tax to ensure the necessary revenues for the state.
3 Speeches Analyzed