AI Profiling: Evelin Poolamets

The political position throughout the entire observed period has been strongly and unwaveringly oppositional toward the Reform Party-led government, framing the government’s activities as unethical, undemocratic, and detrimental to the state. The central focus is value-based, emphasizing the preservation of the Estonian nation and culture (demographic crisis, traditional values), as well as national security against the influence and ideological pressure of the Russian Federation. At the policy level, there is forceful opposition to tax hikes and green transition projects (especially unstable wind energy), demanding transparency, economic revitalization through dispatchable capacity, and political accountability for the government’s incompetence.

The politician's expertise is exceptionally broad and deep, consistently focusing on three core domains: energy policy and environmental impacts, demography and social justice, and the financial analysis of state governance and infrastructure. The speaker demonstrates extraordinary technical competence, utilizing specific terminology (e.g., infrasound, fluidized bed technology, end-to-end verifiability) and legal nuances (e.g., social conditionality, detailed spatial plans), which points to thorough preparation. The argumentation is consistently backed by detailed statistical data (birth rates, infrastructure maintenance debt, TWh forecasts) and references to authoritative sources, such as the National Audit Office, researchers, and foreign studies. A recurring theme is the critical analysis of the technical and economic consequences of EU directives (renovation, green transition) and state governance issues (Nordica, e-voting).

The rhetorical style is consistently combative, aggressive, and forceful, avoiding a conciliatory tone and often framing political issues within the context of an existential (survival of the nation, security) or moral crisis. The speaker balances strong emotional appeals (Pathos) with detailed data and technical arguments (Logos), using sharp metaphors ("green racket," "tsunami of bureaucracy") within the formality of the Riigikogu (Parliament) and repeated rhetorical questions to expose the government's incompetence and unethical behavior. The style is characterized by direct accusation, ranging from political criticism to personal attacks, and a tendency to employ sarcasm and ideologically charged terms (e.g., "communism," "left-wing ideology").

The politician's pattern of activity is exceptionally active and consistent, focusing almost exclusively on the work within the Riigikogu session hall and participating in debates practically every session day throughout the entire observed period. Their activity is divided into two main directions: continuous and detailed scrutiny of the government's actions (including numerous interpellations and critical questions directed at the Prime Minister and ministers of various portfolios) and active legislative initiative (the submission and presentation of faction bills). The speaker utilizes a wide spectrum of parliamentary tools, ranging from brief questions to lengthy, substantive speeches, consistently focusing on issues related to economic, social, energy, and security policy.

The politician maintains a consistently intense and uncompromising opposition stance, aimed primarily at the Reform Party-led government and its ministers. The criticism is comprehensive, encompassing both economic and socio-political decisions (tax hikes, cuts to family benefits, the green transition) and profound ethical and procedural deficiencies. The government is continuously accused of corruption, serving private interests, incompetence, and violating democratic procedures (rushing legislation, failing to conduct impact assessments). The government's morality and ethical compass are attacked particularly fiercely, with accusations that they prioritize ideology over the interests of the public and belittle female parliamentarians.

The politician's cooperation style is predominantly intra-factional and oppositional, focusing on representing EKRE's positions and sharply criticizing the government's policy. There is no willingness to compromise with the coalition, stemming from deep distrust and the conviction that opposition proposals will always be voted down; the style remains consistently confrontational. Cross-party cooperation is deemed necessary only for addressing specific national issues (such as the demographic crisis) or when establishing investigative committees, where representation from every faction is required. In these cases, rare past examples of consensus are cited as a positive model.

The politician's regional focus is consistently aimed at protecting rural areas and local governments (OMV) from the negative impacts of national policy, positioning themselves as the spokesperson for residents of peripheral areas against centralization. A central and recurring theme is opposition to green policy (especially the construction of wind farms in peripheral areas rather than close to consumption centers) and the unfair burden of the car tax, highlighting the unbearable financial strain on local governments (e.g., Vinni municipality). Geographically, Ida-Virumaa (oil shale, social, and real estate problems) and Lääne-Virumaa (phosphorite, wind farms) are most frequently highlighted. Emphasis is also placed on the fading vitality of Southeast Estonia and sparsely populated settlements. The politician stresses the need to improve service accessibility, protect local autonomy from pressure by developers and the state, and support traditional resources.

The politician’s economic views are distinctly right-wing and pro-competitiveness, centering on a radical reduction of the tax burden—including lowering income tax and consistently opposing the proposed car tax—alongside stricter fiscal discipline. He consistently opposes new taxes and bureaucratic burdens, particularly sustainability reporting targeted at SMEs and mandatory EU directives, viewing them as factors that deepen the current economic crisis. His criticism targets major state expenditures and subsidies (such as Rail Baltic and renewable energy), which he considers a waste of taxpayer money and an unfair redistribution of wealth, effectively moving money from the poorer segments to the richer ones. To revitalize the economy, he advocates prioritizing domestic, dispatchable energy production (oil shale, nuclear power) and restricting cheap foreign labor to safeguard wage growth and domestic consumption.

The politician maintains a consistently strong conservative and nation-centric profile on social issues, prioritizing the preservation of the Estonian nation, language, and culture. They emphasize the importance of valuing marriage and large families as a solution to the demographic crisis. They consistently oppose gender-based ideologies, gender quotas, and the expansion of LGBTQ+ rights (such as same-sex marriage and transgenderism), viewing these as divisive forces that threaten traditional values. Driven by security and identity concerns, the politician is a fervent advocate for restricting immigration (especially from third countries) and limiting the voting rights of stateless persons, seeing these as a direct threat to the stability of the nation-state. While the primary focus remains on conservative themes, under the banner of social justice, the politician regularly raises concerns about the impact of budget cuts on vulnerable groups (pensioners, people with disabilities, elderly individuals with dementia) and criticizes the government's disrespectful treatment of female politicians.

The politician's legislative activity is predominantly oppositional, focusing on the critical scrutiny and resistance to bills initiated by the government (such as tax increases, acceleration of the green transition, and bureaucracy). He consistently demands procedural correctness, legal clarity, and constitutionality. A central and recurring theme is the demand to terminate wind energy regulations and subsidies, opposing bills that accelerate renewable energy development and stressing the need for noise limits and community involvement. At the same time, he is an active initiator of bills whose priorities include solving the demographic crisis, strengthening national security (restricting real estate ownership by Russian citizens), and stimulating the economy through tax relief (including lowering income tax). Overall, the legislative focus is directed toward ensuring state sovereignty, economic competitiveness, and electoral transparency.