By Months: Henn Põlluaas
Total Months: 18
Fully Profiled: 18
10.2025
10 Speeches
The confrontation is extremely intense and personal, with the opponent being directly accused of lying and demagoguery regarding the support and training provided to those of mobilization age. The criticism targets the factual inaccuracy of the opponent's claims, using the question, "Why are you lying here?" to intensify the attack.
09.2025
19 Speeches
The primary criticism targets the inaction of the government and various ministries (specifically the Ministry of Defence) and legislative negligence (draft legislation lacking proper impact assessments). A particularly sharp and personal attack was leveled against "Eesti 200 and the right-wing circle of defense" concerning the Slava Ukraini scandal, accusing them of evading responsibility and refusing to reclaim the stolen funds.
06.2025
9 Speeches
The main opponents are the Prime Minister and the ruling coalition, who stand accused of raising the tax burden and jeopardizing national security through changes to visa policy. The external adversary is Russia, which is labeled the "empire of evil," and whose hybrid warfare threat is highlighted both in the context of mines and visa policy. The criticism is intense, focusing both on policy and personal attacks (specifically accusing the Prime Minister of lying).
05.2025
10 Speeches
The main opponents are the government and the coalition parties (Reform Party, Social Democrats, Estonia 200), who are accused of inadequacy, naivety, and disarming the state. The criticism is intense and ranges from political decisions (funding, energy policy) to historical mistakes (joining the Ottawa Convention). The opponents' motives are suspected, with suggestions that the undercurrents of foreign pressure may have been orchestrated from Moscow.
04.2025
9 Speeches
The main opponents are the government (which is accused of turning the Riigikogu into a rubber stamp) and left-radical/left-extremist ideological forces that are pressuring Estonia towards gender quotas and mass immigration. The criticism is intense and focuses both on the government's inaction (the cormorant problem) and on legislative restrictions that undermine the state's sovereignty and parliamentary right to make decisions. The possibility of compromise is not mentioned; instead, there is a call to reject the draft laws.
03.2025
4 Speeches
The main opposition is directed at the Reform Party government and coalition, who are criticized for delaying decisions, setting priorities (demography), and failing to emphasize Estonia's status as a frontline state on the international arena. The criticism is based on policy and procedure, accusing ministers of ignoring the issue and leaving during the debate. Separately, politicians who employ dangerous "fifth column" rhetoric are criticized, with many considering it outright perilous.
02.2025
5 Speeches
The primary adversaries are the coalition parties (the Reform Party, Estonia 200) and the Social Democrats. They face sharp criticism for backing voting rights for non-citizens and for engaging in alleged duplicitous procedural maneuvering. The criticism is intense and highly political, accusing them of perpetuating a national security risk and manufacturing a scenario designed to shift blame onto the opposition.
01.2025
8 Speeches
The main opponent is the ruling government coalition (the Reform Party, Eesti 200, the Social Democrats). Criticism is directed both at political decisions (the car tax, inaction on national defense) and at the procedural steamrolling tactics employed. The Social Democrats are specifically highlighted for "clearly pro-Russian blackmail" regarding citizenship issues, with the coalition being accused of political spin.
12.2024
10 Speeches
The main criticism is aimed at the government coalition (the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, Estonia 200) and specific ministers (Ligi, Michal, the Foreign Minister). The criticism is intense, accusing the government of destroying the state, lying, and engaging in irrational actions (e.g., raising taxes during a crisis). A willingness to compromise is absent, as the government is accused of ignoring the opposition's proposals.
11.2024
3 Speeches
The primary opposition is directed at the government and officials, who are held responsible for the financial catastrophe and budget mismanagement of the Rail Baltic project. The criticism is both procedural and results-based, accusing the opposing party of breaching their duty of care and evading accountability, either by showing no interest in establishing an investigative commission or by failing to respond to inquiries.
10.2024
21 Speeches
The primary targets are the ruling coalition and specific ministers (Finance Minister Ligi, Interior Minister Läänemets). The criticism is intense and multi-faceted, encompassing political failures (budgetary issues, the economy), procedural deficiencies (violation of consultation practices), and personal attacks (arrogance, dishonesty, treating the public as fools). There is a complete lack of willingness to compromise, and the government's actions are characterized as disastrous and ruinous to the nation.
09.2024
2 Speeches
The opposition's stance is very intense and direct, aimed squarely at the opposing side (likely the government). Opponents are criticized both for strategic incompetence in national defense and for a moral offense, specifically because they compared the unveiling of a monument dedicated to freedom fighters with the unveiling of a monument dedicated to Red Army soldiers who were occupiers. The speaker employs direct accusation regarding slander and insult, asking the opponent straight out why they are behaving this way.
07.2024
1 Speeches
The main opponents are the parties of the ruling coalition (the Reform Party, Estonia 200, and the Social Democrats), who are accused of driving the country into recession and implementing leftist ideology. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, further accusing the coalition of violating laws and established good practices when rejecting proposed amendments. There is no willingness to compromise, as the government's policies are viewed as detrimental to the state.
06.2024
11 Speeches
The primary targets are the ruling coalition (the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, Eesti 200) and the government as a whole, which has been dubbed the "government of liars." The criticism is intense, encompassing both procedural violations (the arbitrary bundling of amendments) and political failures (economic recession and a flurry of tax hikes). Compromise is out of the question; the demand is for the government's removal and immediate suspension.
05.2024
12 Speeches
The primary opponent is the government and the ruling coalition, which face criticism for legal incompetence, constitutional violations, and actions contrary to Estonian interests (e.g., promoting mass immigration). The criticism is intense and focuses on the disastrous consequences of political initiatives (the whistleblowers act, the Russian assets scheme), accusing the coalition of "steamrolling" the opposition. The government is also criticized for staffing ministries with "climate fanatics."
04.2024
27 Speeches
The main opponent is the ruling coalition (the Reform Party, Estonia 200, the Social Democrats) and its ministers, especially Kaja Kallas and Lauri Läänemets. The criticism is intense, ranging from political disagreements to outright accusations of lying, unconstitutional activity, and treason against the homeland. The government is branded the "government of liars," and no willingness to compromise is shown; instead, radical changes in policy are being demanded.
03.2024
49 Speeches
The main opponents are the Reform Party and the governing coalition, who are accused of outright lying, illegal procedures, and destroying the Estonian economy and its people. The criticism is intense, ranging from political decisions (tax hikes) to procedural violations (such as demanding a majority of the full membership). The speaker also criticizes the work of the committees, which reject the opposition's bills without any substantive debate.
02.2024
58 Speeches
The main opponents are the ruling coalition and the Reform Party, who are accused of violating the constitution, corruption, and damaging Estonian national interests. The criticism is intense, ranging from procedural disputes (the requirement for a simple majority) to personal and ethical attacks (Russian business ties, theft of donations). The coalition is accused of acting like a "steamroller" in overriding the opposition and engaging in "power politics."