Session Profile: Anti Poolamets
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-06-04
Political Position
The speaker stands firmly against the ceding of sovereignty to "All-Union" (Brussels) demands, particularly concerning the establishment of a unified time zone and mass immigration. He/She fiercely opposes the simplification of planning regulations, viewing it as an overriding of local authorities and the uncontrolled construction of wind farms. The political position is strongly value-based, focusing on national independence and emphasizing the threat of a return to Soviet-era practices.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of wind energy regulations, referencing British laws regarding the requirements for wind turbine height (over 150 meters) and distance (3000 meters). He/She highlights environmental impact studies, citing a Chinese study on the reduction of biomass yield in the vicinity of wind farms. He/She also refers to the experience of a local resident (an acoustician) concerning the noise from the Sopi-Tootsi wind farm.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The speaker's rhetorical style is highly combative, emotional, and dramatic, utilizing powerful historical parallels. He compares current policy to Soviet rule and mass immigration ("the stink bomb of Soviet power"), employing sarcasm and accusing his opponents of behaving like humble servants before Brussels. Emotional and value-based appeals dominate, overshadowing logical arguments (laws, studies).
6 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
Records show active participation in the plenary session held in June 2025, where several questions were posed and extended positions were presented on various topics (wind energy, ethics, sovereignty). There is no information regarding regular appearances or a consistent rhythm outside of this specific session.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The main criticism is aimed at the government and the parliamentary majority, who are accused of squandering Estonian sovereignty and kowtowing to Brussels. The criticism is intense, accusing opponents of repeating Soviet-era mistakes (mass immigration, the all-union system). The ERJK is also criticized for its lack of systematic activity and for dealing with trivial issues.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
No data available. The speaker's focus is on intense opposition and criticism regarding government policies, with no mention of willingness to cooperate.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The primary focus is on national sovereignty and international relations (EU, China studies), but when discussing wind energy, a specific local example is brought in via the Sopi-Tootsi wind farm and local resident Toomas Toimeta.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The speaker is vehemently opposed to the mandated green transition, arguing that it will destroy the Estonian energy industry. He voiced concerns about the negative economic effect of wind farms on biomass output, citing losses amounting to millions.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The speaker is resolutely opposed to mass immigration, comparing it to the Soviet-era immigration that occurred under Karl Vaino. He emphasizes the security threat, citing warnings from the Director General of KAPO that the state is unable to manage the influx of ISIS-affiliated individuals arriving from Central Asia (Uzbeks, Kalmyks), and warns against the formation of Arab ghettos.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The speaker is acting as the opposition, standing against draft legislation aimed at simplifying planning procedures and opposing any law that cedes sovereignty (such as the harmonization of time). They support the implementation of strict setback requirements for the construction of wind turbines, citing regulations from other countries as examples.
6 Speeches Analyzed