Session Profile: Anti Poolamets
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
2025-06-11
Political Position
The political stance is strongly opposed to the Green Transition, which is characterized as environmentally hostile, economically destructive, and an introduction of neo-totalitarianism. The main priorities are protecting communities and industry from large-scale projects (mines, wind farms) and defending national sovereignty against pressure from Brussels and mass immigration. The position is value-based and extremely critical of government policy, accusing opponents of "national masochism."
5 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
It shows the specifics regarding the negative impacts of energy and infrastructure projects, highlighting technical data such as the quantity of concrete per turbine foundation (2,000 tons) and the issue of non-recyclable material (blades). It uses economic examples (Kunda cement factory, Rakvere burger joint) and references international media (the major British newspaper, The Telegraph) concerning the social impacts of immigration. It presents a list of materials requiring disposal (neodymium magnets, copper, composite materials), demonstrating awareness of waste management practices.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is highly combative, emotional, and dramatic, employing powerful metaphors such as "monsters," "fuel adulteration," and "neototalitarianism." It appeals to common sense and national pride, positioning itself against "idiotic Brussels socialists" and "liberals." It utilizes narrative techniques (the closing of a burger joint) and historical parallels (the Bronze Night riots) to underscore the gravity and urgency of the dangers.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
Speeches were delivered during plenary sessions on consecutive days, primarily focusing on proposals to adjourn the reading of several different draft bills. The speaker cited the late hour of the session and the fatigue of the members of parliament, which nonetheless demonstrates activity even during late sittings. Every speech concluded with a motion for adjournment presented on behalf of the parliamentary group.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The main opponents are the government and officials, who are accused of betraying and selling out communities (the Lääneranna example), as well as the elites and bureaucrats of the European Union. The criticism is policy- and value-based, accusing the opponents of importing socialism and a command economy. No willingness to compromise is evident; they demand the discontinuation of the reading of the bills and the refusal of regulations, even under the threat of fines.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speaker presents all proposals on behalf of the EKRE faction, emphasizing intra-faction cooperation and unified opposition to the draft legislation. In one speech, the previous rapporteur is thanked for a good proposal, which indicates coordinated action in opposing the bills. There is no information regarding cross-party compromise or cooperation with pro-government deputies or liberals.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is heavily on the domestic and local level, emphasizing the protection of communities in 39 municipalities from large-scale projects. Specific examples are mentioned from Lääneranna (officials' bonuses), Rakvere (a burger company), the Kunda cement factory, and Vinni municipality, where 130 wind turbines are planned. This contrasts local interests with the dictates of Brussels' central power.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
It strongly opposes regulations (the green transition, mandatory biofuels) that increase energy and transport costs, driving Estonian businesses into bankruptcy and reducing industrial capacity (such as the Kunda cement factory). It demands a larger share of mining fees as compensation for local communities. It supports the development of domestic biogas production while opposing fuel blending mandates that drive up the price of airline tickets.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The focus is heavily placed on the dangers of mass immigration, warning of the collapse of social order, riots, and potential civil war, drawing parallels to the Bronze Night (Pronksiöö). It stresses the necessity of protecting the nation's sovereignty over its borders and refusing to yield to EU pressure. Furthermore, there is criticism directed at far-left interference in daily life, citing examples like the organization of vegan days in kindergartens.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The main activity involves opposing bills introduced by the government and proposing the suspension of their readings, on behalf of the EKRE faction. These bills concern the simplification of environmental and infrastructure regulations (specifically mining and wind turbines) and the mandate for biofuels in aviation. The speaker is clearly acting in the role of an opponent and blocker within parliament.
5 Speeches Analyzed