By Agendas: Helir-Valdor Seeder

Total Agendas: 137

Fully Profiled: 137

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2025-10-15
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Law on the Election of the President of the Republic (684 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The style is analytical, factual, and moderately urgent, clearly distinguishing between cosmetic and substantive changes. The tone is serious and calls for statesmanship from colleagues in order to reach a political agreement regarding the proportions of the electoral college. The appeal is primarily logical and constitutional, highlighting the substance of the law and its deficiencies.
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2025-10-08
Continuation of the first reading of the Draft Law on the State Budget for 2026 (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is confrontational and provocative, beginning with the line, "You provoked me to ask." The speaker employs a strong logical appeal, questioning the government's claim of a "strong mandate," and supports this with an emotional appeal, referencing the prime minister's earlier promise ("Read my lips, taxes will not rise!").
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2025-10-08
Budget and Tax Policy

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The style is sharply critical and combative, employing strong judgments ("stupid election promise," "demagogic answer," "lame car tax"). The speaker expresses great frustration with the government's repetitive and content-free answers ("barrel organ"), attempting to steer the debate toward substantive economic issues. The tone is urgent, warning of economic catastrophe.
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2025-10-06
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (694 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is highly combative and critical, leveling sharp criticism both at the minister's incompetence ("you're dodging the issue") and at the way the session was chaired. It employs direct accusations and judgments ("stupid," "incompetent"), and repeatedly highlights substantive questions that were left unanswered, along with procedural errors. The style is logical and detail-focused, rather than emotional.
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2025-09-24
State finances

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The rhetorical style is highly confrontational and accusatory, employing rhetorical questions and expressing skepticism regarding the substance of the government's responses ("I don't expect any substantive or reasonable answer from you anyway"). The tone is sharp and focuses on logical arguments concerning systemic failures and the lack of accountability within the ministries.
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2025-09-24
Estonian choices

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The rhetorical style is sharply critical and combative, utilizing strong language such as "stupid choices" and "cancer." The speaker presents logical demands (impact analyses) directly as questions, thereby calling into question the competence of the prime minister and the government. The tone is urgent and demanding, emphasizing strategic concern for the Estonian economy.
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2025-09-17
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA) Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The rhetorical style is measured, yet forceful and persuasive, focusing on logical and legal arguments (e.g., the size of the parliamentary quorum and the reform of the veto). The speaker adopts a cautionary tone, stressing that ensuring security must not be held hostage by the "technical rule of law," and calls upon members of parliament to act with restraint.
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2025-09-17
Government decisions

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

The style is formal and analytical, addressed to the Speaker of the Riigikogu. The rhetoric encompasses both general criticism regarding the quality of the responses and a highly specific procedural question concerning a technical inconsistency. The figurative phrase "by telepathic means" is employed to describe the technical error.
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2025-09-17
The Estonian language

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

The rhetorical style is formal and direct, posing detailed, two-part questions to the minister. The tone is concerned and demanding, focusing on logical arguments and citing specific legal statutes and cases (Viljandi) to underscore the magnitude of the issue.
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2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is accusatory and confrontational, relying on summaries of the minister's own answers and highlighting contradictions. The speech is formal and focuses on logical argumentation, concluding with a sharp rhetorical question regarding the party unity of the minister and his predecessor.
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2025-09-10
Information session

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The style is formal and respectful, acknowledging the clarity of the topic presentation ("honorable chair of the session"), but simultaneously resolute in presenting objections ("Absolutely not"). The speaker employs logical argumentation based on personal experience to refute the procedural link between the question's phrasing and the answer's content.
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2025-09-09
Draft law amending the Cooperative Savings and Loan Societies Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (671 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The tone is critical, factual, and exacting, particularly concerning the government's actions, which are labeled radical and unreasonable. Both logical arguments (such as reduced competition and constitutional conflicts) and specific examples (like the Leie Credit Union) are utilized. Furthermore, the second speech draws sharp attention to parliamentary procedures and culture, criticizing the "military regime."
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The tone is predominantly critical, businesslike, and occasionally sharp, especially in addresses to the Speaker of the Riigikogu. Strong emotional and legal appeals are employed, accusing the opposing side of "flagrant violation," "abuse of power," and "failure to exercise due diligence." The style is formal, but often also direct, calling for open discussion and asking them "not to saw off the branch we are jointly sitting on."
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2025-06-16
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (657 SE) – first reading

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is critical, questioning, and at times ironic, conveying strong bewilderment regarding the minister's approach ("understanding the sorting frenzy"). It utilizes logical appeals, focusing on comparing efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability, but also includes sharp political digressions (e.g., the import of prisoners).
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2025-06-12
Second reading of the draft law amending the Aliens Act, the Code of Administrative Procedure Act, and the State Duty Act (challenging visa decisions) (603 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is serious, cautious, and strategic, emphasizing the need to "think very strategically." It employs both logical arguments (court overload, increasing bureaucracy) and emotional appeals, referencing previous "painful mistakes" such as the enthusiasm for immigration and the green transition. The speaker admonishes colleagues to remain vigilant and not be swept away by "campaign-driven trends."
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is defensive and analytical, aimed at refuting accusations that Parliament maliciously violated the constitution. Logical arguments and procedural justifications are employed, emphasizing Parliament's benevolent gesture in accommodating the churches. The tone is formal and measured, focusing on rule-of-law considerations.
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2025-06-11
Second reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is combative, skeptical, and ironic, employing strong figurative language ("theatrical performance") to brand the opponents' actions as implausible. The speaker is forthright and demands certainty, repeatedly posing clarifying questions regarding the finality of the decisions.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal, analytical, and consistent, focusing on the interpretation of procedural rules and ensuring their uniformity. The speaker uses logical appeals to challenge the committee's position, seeking a clear answer from the board through repeated questioning. The tone is concerned, emphasizing that this is a "very important procedural matter" and a "serious problem."
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2025-06-04
Draft Law on Annulment of Excise Tax Increases on Energy Carriers (627 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is confident and at times critical, particularly regarding the expertise of colleagues. The speaker relies primarily on logical and economic arguments, focusing on the consequences of the policy (inflation, investment costs). The presentation is formal and detail-oriented, employing the question format to convey criticism.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the State Audit Act, the Political Parties Act, and other laws (control body for political party funding) – first reading.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is analytical and critical, focusing on logical arguments and illustrating the system's shortcomings with concrete examples. The tone is formal and persuasive, employing sharp phrases like "the culture of owning" (or "the culture of putting down") and highlighting the issue of systemic disorganization to justify radical reform.
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2025-06-04
Draft law (642 SE) on the withdrawal from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style of the speech is critical, strategic, and slightly admonitory, utilizing historical references and an Estonian proverb to underscore the importance of foresight. The tone is formal, incorporating logical arguments and sharp criticism directed at earlier "naive and short-sighted" policies. Rhetorical questions are employed to highlight the futility of demilitarizing Estonia.
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2025-06-02
First reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The rhetorical style is formal, analytical, and inquisitive, addressing the Minister of Finance directly. The speaker poses a series of pointed questions to highlight the inaccuracies and contradictions in the Ministry of Finance's forecasts. The appeal is purely logical, focusing on facts and the consistency of procedures.
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2025-05-21
Draft law on establishing tax peace (607 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The style is critical and sharp, particularly in its assessment of the government's tax policy and the role played by the social democrats. Irony is employed—specifically, the phrase "honor in quotation marks"—to criticize opponents and underscore their responsibility for the high tax burden. Furthermore, there is one unusual, humorous procedural question concerning the absence of the rapporteur.
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2025-05-21
Draft law (642 SE) for withdrawing from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The rhetorical style is critical and judgmental, employing strong language such as "extremely short-sighted" and "mistake" to underscore the failure of the previous decision. The speaker directs pointed questions at the minister/commission representative, demanding an admission of the benefit of hindsight. The style is formal, yet confrontational, focusing on the logical argument surrounding long-term security planning.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding the Future of Estonian Agriculture (No. 730)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The style is analytical, critical, and concerned, especially regarding strategic resources, expressing deep worry ("the heart aches") over the lack of protection for fertile land. Logical arguments and historical context (20 years of CAP/ÜPP) are employed, criticizing the government's responses as being mere slogans and propagandistic. The tone is formal and focuses on substantive, rather than personal, attacks.
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2025-05-15
Draft law amending the Nature Conservation Act, the Hunting Act, and the State Property Act (612 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The discourse is formal and direct, presenting a series of precise, technical questions immediately following a respectful address to the Minister. The style remains analytical and logical, focusing exclusively on clarifying the methodology of policy implementation, devoid of emotional or rhetorical flourishes.
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2025-05-14
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia’s Government to submit a negative supplementary budget bill to reduce administrative expenses in 2025" (608 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The style is skeptical and critical, conveying low expectations for the coalition's support of any "reasonable bill." The speaker employs rhetorical questions and irony ("a great achievement, right?") to underscore the futility of the government's supposed accomplishments. The focus is on applying logical pressure, demanding specific answers regarding where the cuts will be made.
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2025-05-14
Reconsideration of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA), Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is rational, procedural, and defensive, focusing on refuting accusations by stressing good faith and reasonableness. The speaker employs logical appeals, citing the principles of the rule of law and the existence of oversight bodies, and criticizes colleagues for their surprisingly strong belief in the president's correctness.
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2025-05-14
Close and sheep

15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The tone of the speech is confrontational and skeptical, focusing on demanding accountability and exposing areas of ambiguity. Direct quotes (Ligi) are employed to frame the debate, alongside logical and data-driven arguments (conclusions drawn by the National Audit Office) to challenge the government's narrative. The style is formal yet sharp, accusing the government of relying on slogans and engaging in selective commentary.
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2025-05-06
The Minister of Finance's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the development directions of the public service in 2024)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is critical, interrogative, and demanding, emphasizing procedural non-compliance. Logical argumentation is employed to demonstrate the incompatibility of the minister’s electronic participation with the fundamental nature of the Riigikogu session, and clear alternative proposals (adjournment or recess) are presented.
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2025-04-23
Second reading of the draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is extremely brief, formal, and procedural. The speaker uses direct and neutral language, focusing on a specific request to conduct a vote.
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2025-04-23
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Appointment of Members of the Bank of Estonia Supervisory Board from Members of the Riigikogu" (629 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is direct, interrogative, and confrontational. The speaker employs a technique of referencing claims made by colleagues circulating in the chamber, aiming to compel the opponent to publicly address ethical concerns. The tone is formal ("Dear colleague"), yet it demands clear confirmation or refutation, indicating the application of political pressure.
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2025-04-16
Draft law amending the Energy Sector Organisation Act (574 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The style is defensive and confrontational, immediately starting by dismissing criticism from other parties ("undeservedly"). Logical arguments are used to explain the political proposals, while opponents are accused of presenting half-truths and making misleading claims regarding the price of the universal service.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding energy supply reliability (no. 717)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and direct, beginning with a polite address to the minister and promising "two simple questions." Logical argumentation is used, which is based on the minister's previous statements, demanding specific data and timelines, and avoiding emotional appeals.
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2025-04-09
Government decisions

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is sharp, interrogative, and critical, calling into question the government's true intentions and policies. Logical argumentation is employed, highlighting internal contradictions within the government and its confusing messaging. The tone is insistent, aimed at obtaining clear answers from the Minister of Finance.
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2025-04-09
Varia

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is sharply critical and combative, employing negative metaphors to describe the government's actions ("crooked politics," "brutal cuts"). The appeals are primarily logical, relying on data and facts (the Bank of Estonia, the National Audit Office) and contrasting these with the contradictory messages coming from the ministers. The tone is demanding, emphasizing the necessity of providing clarity and assistance to the people.
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2025-04-08
Draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (571 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is critical and questioning, particularly concerning government policy, which is characterized as unreasonable and punitive. Logical argumentation is employed, comparing state spending on public transport with people's self-sufficiency. The tone is formal yet demanding, emphasizing adherence to parliamentary good practice and procedures, and labeling violations as "outrageous and a rare occurrence."
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2025-03-27
Board elections of the Riigikogu

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The style is warm, collegial, and humorous, employing folk wisdom and self-deprecation ("Why couldn't such a miracle happen to me?"). The tone is rather emotional and personal, focusing on the desire to experience a new role, rather than detailed logical arguments. The address is short and direct, respectfully engaging the colleague.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, serious, and emphasizes the historical significance and urgency of the situation, particularly in the context of the altered security landscape. The speaker employs both logical arguments (legal precedents, international comparisons) and emotional appeals (appeals to conscience, setting aside partisan divides). The tone is critical of previous delays but becomes conciliatory at the end, supporting compromise.
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2025-03-19
Politics

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The rhetorical style is critical, demanding, and insistent, especially regarding the prime minister, who is accused of megalomania. Logical arguments are employed, listing specific deficiencies in national defense, and procedural correctness is emphasized, demanding that the presiding officer call the prime minister to order for spreading misinformation. The tone is formal and direct, with the goal of steering the government toward substantive action.
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2025-03-12
Governing the state

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The rhetorical style is highly combative and critical, utilizing strong language such as "tax war against their own people," "significant damage," and "terrible bureaucracy." Although the address is formal (directed toward the Prime Minister), it emphasizes emotional appeals concerning the waste of state funds and historical failures. The speaker poses specific questions and demands clear answers regarding figures and deadlines.
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2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is sharply aggressive, ironic, and confrontational. Sarcasm is employed ("the more mistakes you make, the more human you are") to undermine the Prime Minister's previous statement. The speech is emotionally charged, utilizing strong negative words such as "mess," "disarray," and "chaos."
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2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker's style is serious, insistent, and argumentative, emphasizing the need for a long-term and sensible solution. He uses strong condemnations ("stupidity," "a direct lie") when criticizing the opposing side, especially concerning the denial of security threats. The appeals are directed both at logic (the clarity of the legal framework) and conscience, calling on colleagues to vote regardless of party discipline.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding the Impact of Elron Ticket Price Increases on Regional Policy (No. 708)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The tone is critical, sharp, and at times accusatory, particularly concerning the government's tax and regional policies. The author employs both logical arguments (such as train speed limitations caused by frequent stops) and emotional language, accusing the government of "driving rural residents mad and fooling them" with unrealistic promises (like demand-based transport). Strong numerical comparisons (740 million vs 60 million) are used to underscore the injustice of the government's compromise.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding Regional Representatives (no 706)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is sharply critical and combative, employing strong emotional expressions (e.g., "Good heavens!" or "the most unfair tax") and accusing officials of executing an "evil plan." The speaker demands specific comments from the minister, not the reading aloud of material prepared by officials. He balances logical arguments (the rising cost of the administrative reform) with an emotional appeal regarding the situation of rural residents.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry Regarding Plans for the Construction of a Wind Farm on Saaremaa (No. 680)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is critical, analytical, and highly detailed, relying on logical arguments and an extensive enumeration of missing calculations concerning the energy component. Sharp language is employed to criticize the government's actions, describing the uncoordinated situation as "insane" and directly questioning the integrity of the ministers. The overall tone is urgent and demanding, emphasizing the irresponsibility demonstrated when making long-term decisions.
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2025-02-17
Inquiry regarding the merging of schools for children with special educational needs (no 684)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, analytical, and interrogative, expressing deep concern and skepticism ("honestly, that didn't really increase my faith/confidence"). Rhetorical questions and parallels are used (e.g., the handling of the energy topic within the government and Brussels' attitude toward member states) to emphasize procedural errors. The tone is critical, but the minister is asked not to interpret it merely as destructive criticism.
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2025-02-13
Draft Law Amending the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (544 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary meeting

Speaker 1's style is formal, technical, and logical, focusing on details and the systematic resolution of procedural obstacles. He/She uses parallels for argumentation (e.g., the handling of the state budget law) and emphasizes correctness. Speaker 2, in contrast, is sharper and more emotional, using strongly negative language ("handwritten mess") to criticize the government's energy policy.
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2025-02-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Kristen Michal, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker adopts a predominantly combative, accusatory, and insistent style, particularly when criticizing the government's actions and decision-making process. The speech utilizes strong emotional language ("terrible," "the most unfair tax," "a total mess/shambles") while simultaneously emphasizing logical appeals by highlighting political and procedural inconsistencies. Although the tone is formal, it also includes sarcastic remarks (Michal's "stunt/move").
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2025-02-12
Government coalition policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is sharp, critical, and demanding, emphasizing the lack of transparency and procedural errors. Strong accusations (e.g., "the three wise men") and figurative expressions (e.g., "carrying light in a sack like the fools of Kilplased") are used, demanding concrete answers and the public disclosure of accounts. The appeal is primarily logical, focusing on missing calculations and violations of the law.
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2025-02-12
Damage to Allied Relations by Ministers

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is serious, formal, and confrontational, leveling accusations of megalomania and a fundamental misunderstanding of the democratic process against the Prime Minister. Strong emotional appeals are utilized (e.g., "an extremely serious accusation of anti-state activity"), while simultaneously demanding procedural clarification and an adequate response. The speech is delivered from the parliamentary rostrum, which underscores its official gravity and significance.
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2025-01-29
Sideteenused

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is critical and demanding, raising pointed questions for the minister regarding supervisory inaction and regulatory ambiguity. The appeal is primarily logical and legal, focusing on compliance with legislation and negative consumer feedback. The tone is one of concern and demands swift intervention.
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2025-01-22
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (538 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is formal, critical, and argumentative, focusing on logical and legal appeals. The tone is direct and demanding, calling the session chair's interpretation "wrong," "unfair," and tension-creating. The speaker presents their position as a proposal, demanding the restoration of previous practice.
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2025-01-20
Inquiry regarding the promotion of family and large families (no. 667)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetoric is extremely critical and pressing, emphasizing the gravity of the situation ("catastrophe," "a matter of survival"). Repetition and emotional language are employed to highlight the government's inaction and detrimental steps. The style is formal, yet it includes sharp accusations and balances logical policy analysis with an emotional appeal regarding the issue of confidence.
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2024-12-18
Guardians of the Economy

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The rhetorical style is extremely sharp and combative, utilizing strong, emotional phrases such as "stupidity squared" and "utter nonsense." Although the speaker presents logical arguments against bureaucracy and duplication, they do so in a direct and demanding tone, calling the minister's knowledge and competence into question.
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2024-12-18
Tourism Strategy

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The rhetorical style is informative and hopeful, combining factual reports (regarding the viability of organizations) with a direct appeal to the Ministry of Culture to review its policy. Both personal authority (a former party chairman, a sports union president) and symbolic gestures (the presentation of a golden football) are utilized to underscore the expectation that the project will be completed. The tone is formal and respectful, addressing the minister directly.
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2024-12-17
Draft law on aligning the State Budget Act with the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (525 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is critical and inquisitive, posing pointed questions to underscore the gravity of the situation. The speaker relies on logical arguments and institutional authority (the Chancellor of Justice, the Auditor General) when assessing the situation, adopting a tone that is both concerned and demanding.
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2024-12-12
Draft Law Amending the Act on the Government of the Republic (523 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The style of the address is formal, analytical, and interrogative, beginning with a polite expression of gratitude to the presenter. The emphasis is placed on the logical appeal, seeking to clarify the ambiguity that arose within the committee concerning the application of the concept of populism to a specific draft legislation. Emotional or narrative elements are absent.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is sharp, demanding, and at times combative, especially when procedural matters are being discussed. Formal language is employed ("Honorable Presenter," "Esteemed Chair"), but the opposing side is accused of willful ignorance, cynicism, and impropriety. The emphasis rests on logical and procedural argumentation, culminating in a demand for an adjournment to protect the rights of the opposition.
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2024-12-11
Confusing substitution activity

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The rhetorical style is critical and formal, yet it maintains politeness ("Honorable Minister!", "allow me to politely disagree"). The term "substitute activity" (or "busywork") is repeatedly employed to characterize the government's actions, emphasizing the absence of specific financial commitments and corresponding funding. There is an appeal to logic and adherence to proper procedures, while simultaneously accusing the government of engaging in political squabbling and spreading conspiracy theories.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (461 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is critical, legally precise, and at times confrontational, particularly concerning the government's alleged disarray. The arguments are primarily logical and legal, focusing on definitions and strict adherence to procedural rules. Sharp rhetorical questions are employed to challenge the speaker's positions and underscore the seriousness of procedural errors.
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2024-12-05
Draft law amending the Citizenship Act (522 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is formal and analytical, emphasizing the principles of the rule of law and legal clarity to prevent officials from making oral agreements. The tone is concerned and urgent, especially regarding issues of security and the reputation of citizenship, and uses data to demonstrate the inconsistency of administrative practice. Finally, colleagues are urged to support the draft bill with an optimistic note that political will can change.
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2024-12-05
Second reading of the Basic Education Act bill (419 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The style is sharply critical, at times ironic, and deeply concerned, describing the handling of the draft bill as a "very creative interpretation" and a "very sad" state of affairs. The speaker employs logical appeals, highlighting contradictions (for instance, between the presenter's claims and the ministry's assessments), but also expresses emotional disappointment regarding the low standard of lawmaking. They repeatedly use rhetorical questions to draw attention to the procedural confusion and the risk of unconstitutional activity.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The style is very combative, urgent, and condemnatory, especially when dealing with procedural issues. Strong emotional appeals and judgments are used, calling the situation "outrageous," "absurd," and "an abuse of one's position by force." The speaker appeals to political culture, common sense, and the rule of law, accusing the majority of "ganging up" and silencing the opposition.
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2024-12-04
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – third reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The style in question is critical, demanding, and at times sarcastic, starting with a remark regarding the acknowledgment of basic courtesy. The rhetoric is logic-based and focuses on facts and procedural correctness, repeatedly demanding clear answers from the respondent and accusing them of evading the questions.
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2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaking style is extremely brief, formal, and directive. A polite tone is employed ("Thank you!"), and the focus is purely on procedural instruction, devoid of any emotional or logical appeals.
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2024-11-21
Second reading of the bill amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the bill amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker's style is extremely formal, concise, and procedural, focusing on a specific action—namely, submitting the amendment for a vote. The tone is neutral and direct, employing simple and repetitive language ("I request that this amendment be voted upon").
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other acts related thereto (505 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is sharply critical, combative, and urgent, describing the bill as "very bad" and "stupid," and the process as "madness." The appeals are primarily logical, focusing on irrationality, costs, and a lack of accountability, but they also contain a strong emotional protest against the personalized amendment of the law. The speaker uses figurative language, referring to the consolidation of ministries as having "the feel of a collective farm house."
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is analytical yet urgent and persuasive, stressing that this is an "historical moment." Strong metaphors are employed, labeling the coalition the "hostage of the Social Democrats" and the opposition's bill the "Brezhnev package," in order to criticize the political compromise. He/She draws on historical parallels (Latvia, 1939/1940) to highlight security threats, while simultaneously attempting to remain open to finding consensus.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The tone is analytical and sharply critical, particularly aimed at the coalition partners, who are accused of manipulation and cunning. Logical arguments are employed, drawing upon legal irregularities and security policy analysis to underscore the bill's inherent weaknesses. The speaker repeatedly poses questions, claiming that no substantive response has been provided.
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2024-11-20
Amendment of the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The rhetorical style is highly combative and accusatory, starting with a sharp rebuke of the Prime Minister for disseminating information that is both out of context and untrue. Logical and historical appeals are employed to demonstrate the baselessness of the coalition's fears, but the overall tone remains sharp, accusing the coalition of holding the parliamentary majority hostage.
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2024-11-18
Inquiry regarding tax changes (no. 657)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

The rhetoric is sharp, provocative, and confrontational, employing rhetorical questions designed to cast doubt on the Prime Minister's honesty and ability to communicate. The style remains formal, yet the content is aggressive. In the second speech, the clarification of the transcript is used as a pretext for a fierce political attack, deliberately changing "economic growth" to "tax growth."
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2024-11-18
Inquiry Regarding the Involvement of Interest Groups (no. 656)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

The rhetorical style is sharp, critical, and emotionally charged, emphasizing regret and responsibility. Figurative comparisons are used, such as "tax carnival" and the analogy of a farmer sowing at the wrong time, to highlight the error in the timing of the government's actions. The speaker also utilizes rhetorical questions and stresses the loss of state trust.
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2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The tone is sharply critical and concerned, describing the budget debate as "theatre of the absurd" and accusing the government of illegal procedures. Formal and detailed language is employed, focusing on logical and procedural arguments, such as legal certainty, governing competence, and the disregard of duties stemming from legislation. The address is directed straight to the ministers and the chairman of the finance committee, demanding clear answers.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is resolute, protesting, and critical, accusing the leading commission of "violent and malicious interpretation" and "brutal violation of the House and Work Order Act." Formal and legal language is employed, focusing on logical argumentation and statutory provisions to justify the demand for suspending the proceedings. Light humor is also briefly used, referencing the badges worn by coalition members.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is formal and courteous, respectfully addressing the chair. The tone is consistent and slightly ironic, employing dry humor to emphasize the necessity of voting ("not merely going to the vote, but actually voting"). The appeals are purely procedural, not emotional.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the Weapons Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (468 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is formal and procedural, focusing on logical inconsistencies within the Riigikogu procedures. The speaker poses questions to the presiding officer to seek advice and clarification, while simultaneously adopting a slightly defensive tone when responding to a colleague's accusations. Finally, the style becomes specific and demanding, requesting that the amendment be put to a vote.
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2024-11-13
Regional policy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is sharp, critical, and forceful, employing strong imagery (e.g., "a ghost is walking around Estonia") and accusations of displacement activity. The speaker appeals to common sense and logic, urgently demanding that the "stupid activity" be curbed. Direct questions are put to the minister, and it is emphasized that substance is more important than drawing boundaries.
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2024-10-23
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is confrontational, ironic, and provocative, beginning with a direct personal attack against the minister (the claim that the speaker is twice as smart). A dramatic and interrogative tone is employed to criticize the session's proceedings ("very strange," "what kind of show are we watching right now"), and sharp rhetorical questions are raised concerning the potential dissolution of parliament.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker's rhetorical style is confrontational and demanding. They pose direct questions, accuse the minister of vagueness and stalling, and employ strong, cautionary language (e.g., "poses a much greater threat," "Putin's Russia in Estonia"). The tone is formal yet critical, highlighting logical argumentation (the consistency of laws) alongside emotional urgency (the security threat).
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2024-10-23
Red symbolism in public spaces

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is sharp, critical, and procedurally substantiated, focusing on debunking the misinformation publicly disseminated by the Prime Minister. Although the speaker attempts to remain polite, the tone is combative and accusatory, emphasizing the importance of the veracity and accuracy of the information. The appeal is primarily logical and fact-based, demanding a thorough reading of the draft bill.
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is critical, analytical, and confrontational, directly accusing the minister of inaccuracy and dishonesty in explaining the budget. The style relies on logical and procedural arguments (methodology, lack of transparency) and includes references to the minister's educational background ("the scholar schoolman").
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The style is formal and critical, posing questions to the minister ("Honorable Minister"). Logical appeals are employed, stressing the necessity of transparency, integrity, and trust. The speaker utilizes a repetitive and emotional enumeration of public doubts ("reproaches, accusations, hesitations, suspicions") and attempts to preempt the opposing side's arguments (flexibility).
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2024-10-16
State security

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The rhetorical style is highly combative, accusatory, and urgent, utilizing a systematic enumeration of the government's alleged failures to establish a "very systematic pattern." The tone is aggressive and formal, blending the presentation of political facts with strong emotional appeals, such as the reference to the KAPO's "cry for help." The Minister's responses are regarded as a "very weak solution" and merely vague talk.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The style is polite and formal, including an apology for an error made on the faction's behalf. Flexibility is emphasized, and figurative language ("kalevi alla panema") is employed to persuade the chairperson not to dismiss the proposal. The tone is simultaneously humble (by apologizing) and demanding (by insisting on the proposal's adoption).
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other laws thereof (505 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is critical, analytical, and formal, employing strong negative evaluations (e.g., "an utterly unreasonable solution," "insanely dense"). It primarily appeals to logic, efficiency, and the principles of the rule of law, accusing the government of sowing instability and degrading the position of the Secretary of State. An ironic reference is also made to the coalition partner's concept of the "long plan."
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is sharp, confrontational, and demanding. The speaker directly criticizes the minister's competence and failure to respond, employing an accusatory tone and rhetorical questions. He repeatedly demands that the specific, cumulative financial impacts be read out loud, emphasizing the need for a logical and detailed presentation of the data.
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2024-10-10
Draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is critical, serious, and emphasizes dignity, utilizing both logical and ethical appeals. The speaker employs direct language to condemn the rushing of the draft bill ("this is not a dignified approach to Parliament") and attempts to alleviate the coalition’s fears by noting that interrupting the reading is not "some sort of criminal offense."
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2024-09-25
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2024 presentation on the implementation of the state’s long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and predominantly critical; the second speech is described in the introduction as "very critical" and confrontational. Strong and judgmental expressions are used (e.g., "pipe dream," "in glaring contradiction," "utterly stupid and shortsighted"). The argumentation is supported by detailed examples and technical knowledge, emphasizing a logical appeal for plans that are consistent with reality.
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act (432 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is sharply critical and forceful, emphasizing the necessity of putting the state's finances in order. Strong judgments are employed ("madness," "an extremely foolish situation") and coalition partners are accused of hypocrisy. It appeals both to logic (avoiding budget deficits) and moral justice (the fair treatment of social strata), utilizing metaphors such as "the government coalition is hunchbacked."
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2024-09-25
Security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The rhetorical style is sharply critical, accusatory, and combative, posing direct questions to the Prime Minister and expressing doubts about the true intentions of the Reform Party. Emotional imagery and metaphors are employed, accusing the Prime Minister of trading Estonia's security "like loose change" for her own position.
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2024-09-18
Second reading of the Draft Act (359 SE) on amendments to the Law on the Organization of the Energy Economy, the Electricity Market Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System Act

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, demanding, and focuses on logical, rule-based arguments. The speaker employs legal references (e.g., § 48 of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act) to substantiate their proposals. The tone is urgent, emphasizing the necessity of halting the proceedings due to uncertainty and technical issues, and demanding that the chairperson establish basic order.
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2024-09-16
2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The tone is confrontational, critical, and insistent, even expressing fear regarding the government’s actions ("I am afraid"). Irony is employed, particularly when critiquing government initiatives (like "Estonian Nokia") and the minister's assertions (that entrepreneurs support the taxes). It combines logical data and statistics with powerful emotional appeals, leveling accusations of irresponsible conduct against the government.
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2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is critical and pressing, underscoring the gravity of the situation and the urgent need for swift solutions. The speaker employs logical argumentation, posing direct questions regarding the government's inaction and demanding specific remedies for the shortage of Defence League instructors.
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2024-09-09
Interpellation Regarding the Technical Failure of the Joint Entrance Exams for State Gymnasiums (No. 627)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, demanding, and critical, posing direct, repeated questions to the minister concerning the substance of their responsibility. It employs both logical argumentation (specifically, demanding a definition of responsibility) and emotional appeal, emphasizing the injustice of the situation as it pertains to the future of young people. The tone is accusatory, suggesting that the ministry does not fully grasp the extent of its responsibility.
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2024-07-29
A written demand submitted by 23 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Infrastructure, Vladimir Svet.

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.

The rhetorical style is combative and demanding, focusing on both substantive criticism and procedural correctness. Sharp language is used to call the minister's credibility into question and to protest violations of parliamentary procedure, even escalating to the point of demanding a recess.
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2024-07-29
Third Reading of the Draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA)

The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.

The rhetorical style is direct, critical, and demanding, combining personal digs (a reference to Indrek Tarand and the quality of the board) with strict procedural requirements. The appeal is primarily logical and legal, relying on the precise wording of the law, and the tone expresses concern over the decline of parliamentary culture.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (443 SE)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The rhetorical style employed is critical and argumentative, centering on logical and procedural appeals (such as the absence of impact analysis and inherent unfairness). Strong negative language is utilized to characterize the government's actions, including phrases like "failed tax policy," "insidious bill," and "divide and conquer." The speaker stresses that this approach does not constitute sound legislative practice or foster unity within society.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The rhetorical style is highly combative and critical, employing intense language such as "unconstitutional bundling," "utter foolishness," and "absurd." The appeal balances logical arguments (the absence of an impact analysis, the lack of a legislative objective) with an emotional plea, highlighting the tax's negative effect on rural populations. The tone is formal, yet sharply accusatory regarding the government's failures.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The rhetorical style is critical and demanding, employing strong expressions (e.g., "the tax hike rally") and ironic rhetorical questions. Logical appeals based on comparisons between the Baltic states are utilized, along with formal, procedural language when criticizing the organization of parliamentary work. The speaker’s tone is insistent, especially when demanding the advancement of parliamentary democracy.
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2024-07-15
Extraordinary Election of the Riigikogu Vice-Speakers

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The rhetorical style is formal and persuasive, beginning with the address "Dear colleagues." Both value-based appeals (such as defending democracy) and pragmatic argumentation (the candidate's experience and competence) are utilized. The tone is decisive and aimed at mobilizing support, including a direct appeal to other factions.
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2024-06-14
Second Reading of the Draft State Supplementary Budget Act for 2024 (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session

The rhetorical style is extremely brief, formal, and procedural, focusing on the direct demand for action. The tone is polite ("Thank you, honorable Chairman!"), but the final sentence ("to think about the consequences") adds a cautionary and measured emotional appeal to colleagues.
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2024-06-12
Second reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is sharply critical and deeply concerned, accusing the proceedings of being a "circus" and "poor legislation." It employs both logical arguments (legal certainty, mathematical interpretation) and emotional appeals, highlighting the diminishing public trust in state authorities. The style is direct and accusatory, criticizing the superficiality of the opponents.
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2024-06-06
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the State Fee Act and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (417 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is critical and combative, accusing the government of panic and irrationality, particularly in the context of the economic crisis and the uncertainty surrounding family policy. Both logical arguments (the absence of calculation/methodology) and value-based appeals (the state's attitude toward marriage) are utilized. The speaker addresses colleagues who are working "late into the evening or night hours," and concludes by proposing a pause for reflection and the suspension of the draft bill.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The rhetoric is sharply critical and confrontational, leveling accusations of hypocrisy, deceit, and political incompetence against the government. The speaker employs both emotional appeals (such as the threat of punishment and the breakdown of trust) and detailed legal and procedural arguments to substantiate their opposition. Furthermore, he repeatedly raises points of order to challenge the presiding officer's interpretations.
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2024-06-05
Tax Policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is confrontational and demanding, requiring a "concrete answer" from the opponent and calling their intelligence into question. The speaker relies on logical argumentation and mathematical precision to demonstrate the negative impact of the political decision. The tone is accusatory, particularly in relation to the breaking of agreements.
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2024-06-05
Tax policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The style is highly confrontational, accusatory, and demanding, emphasizing the government's dishonesty and incompetence. Strong emotional terms are used, such as "brutal cuts," "lying," and "obfuscation." The speaker relies on logical arguments, referencing specific laws and promises, and demands direct answers from the minister.
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2024-06-04
Third reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is highly combative and critical, employing intense and emotional phrases such as "brutal cuts" and "the government of lies." The appeal targets the moral sense of justice and trust, highlighting broken promises and the decline of state authority. The style is formal, yet it includes a strong condemnation of the government's actions.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Bill amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The tone is highly critical, combative, and emotional, with the speaker admitting that it is "very difficult to remain balanced here." Strong emotional expressions ("ugly and vile") are used, and logical arguments are emphasized, focusing on constitutional legal certainty and inadequate analysis.
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2024-05-28
Second Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The tone is predominantly combative, critical, and forceful, accusing the government of lying, being stuck in dogmas, and pushing forward with a foolish bill. It employs strong moral appeals (a demand for statesmanship) and rhetorical questions to highlight the internal contradictions within the coalition.
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2024-05-15
Third Reading of the Draft Act on the Protection of Whistleblowers Reporting Workplace Violations of European Union Law (257 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker's style is critical and concerned, characterizing the proceedings as deplorable and warning of the danger of societal moral decay. The rhetoric balances emotional appeals (historical trauma, the example of Mulgimaa) with logical arguments (procedural flaws, increased bureaucracy). The actions of the coalition are characterized as speaking to "deaf ears."
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2024-05-13
Interpellation regarding the suffrage of Russian citizens in Estonian local government elections during Russia's war against Ukraine (No. 624)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is demanding, critical, and combative, accusing the government of lacking political will, displaying indecisiveness, and engaging in manipulation. Both logical arguments are employed (with references to the constitution, KAPO, and previous instances of legislative haste) and sharp questions ("cunning or sheer audacity?") to underscore the gravity and urgency of the situation. The tone is concerned and cautionary, emphasizing the real threat facing the Estonian state.
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2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act (387 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The speaker’s tone is urgent and concerned, stressing the vital necessity of the legislative amendment ("vital!"). He/She directs sharp criticism toward the coalition, accusing them of malicious conduct and legal impropriety, and labeling the situation "grotesque." The style is formal yet emotionally charged, balancing legal and political arguments with a description of security threats.
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2024-05-08
Second Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Food Act (378 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The style of address is formal and inquisitive, approaching the chairperson with due respect. The focus is placed on logical and procedural justification, aiming to clarify the rationale and relevance of the proposal.
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2024-05-08
Second Reading of the Draft Act on the Protection of Whistleblowers Reporting Work-Related Infringements of European Union Law (257 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The style is sharp, critical, and procedurally rigorous, emphasizing the abnormality and illegality of the situation. Strong emotional appeals are employed (e.g., "the law destroying public morality") and reference is made to the historical sensitivity surrounding anonymous denunciation. The speaker repeatedly uses accusatory terms such as "violently and unlawfully" and "terribly misleading."
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2024-05-08
Election Promises and the Fulfillment of Agreements

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is sharply accusatory and combative, highlighting the government's passivity and lack of political will. Emotional appeals are employed (for instance, promising security or certainty) alongside pointed phrases (such as "empty agreement" or "mysteriously silent") to underscore the urgency of the situation. The address is formal, directed specifically at the Prime Minister, and centers on logical argumentation, drawing upon expert opinions and the text of the coalition agreement.
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2024-05-07
Second Reading of the Draft Act Amending the 2024 State Budget Act (389 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, critical, and strongly corrective. It employs logical arguments and fact-based counterarguments to challenge the opposing side's misleading claims. The tone is occasionally condemnatory, finding it necessary to provide clarifications and criticizing the incompetence of colleagues.
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2024-05-07
Third Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Bill 344 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The style is analytical, critical, and formal, relying on logical arguments and expert assessments rather than conspiracy theories. The speaker focuses on highlighting systemic issues (proportionality, uniformity) and procedural violations (referencing the internal rules of procedure/house and work order law). They employ an approach that avoids redundancy while maintaining emphasis, specifically to draw attention to questions that remain unresolved.
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2024-05-02
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is direct, demanding, and at times defensive, especially when responding to a colleague's emotional outburst and insisting on proper conduct ("Let's not flail around here!"). He employs both political criticism (aimed at the coalition) and logical argumentation, focusing on obtaining information and ensuring procedural clarity. The tone is formal, yet it includes sharp remarks concerning the Minister of the Interior's creative handling of security risks.
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2024-05-02
Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker's style is highly critical and combative, employing strong emotional terms like "tax war," "hypocrisy," and "falsehood." The appeals are primarily logical, focusing on the bill's shortcomings (lack of scientific basis, unequal treatment, administrative costs), but they are packaged in a moralizing and accusatory tone directed at the government.
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2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The style is critical, insistent, and highly procedural, appealing directly to the principles of the rule of law while labeling the opposing party's actions as illegal and unprecedented. It employs logical arguments, citing expert opinions and a Supreme Court ruling, and dismisses the opposition's statements as "mere slogans." The speaker repeatedly requests that the board convene and halt the discussion to prevent the continuation of unlawful conduct.
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2024-04-08
Interpellation concerning the incitement of hatred towards families with children (No. 612)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is sharp, critical, and penetrating, emphasizing the severity of the demographic crisis and the negative repercussions of the government’s policies. Both logical arguments (policy consequences, lack of analysis) and emotional appeals (a sense of insecurity/lack of confidence) are employed, accusing the government of deliberate polarization and presenting half-truths. The speaker repeatedly levels accusations of "irresponsible" actions and "doing a disservice."
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2024-04-03
National Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The tone is sharp, critical, and insistent, accusing the Prime Minister and the Reform Party of "playing games" and treating security as a secondary concern. Logical appeals are employed, contrasting the swift implementation of taxes with the dragging out of security issues, and a profound plea is made to initiate the process. The style is formal, yet it contains strong accusations and rhetorical questions.
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2024-04-02
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Abandon the Imposition of the Car Tax and Withdraw the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill from the Riigikogu Proceedings" (374 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The style is combative, critical, and direct, employing sharp phrases such as "hopeless undertaking" and "a very ugly affair." The emphasis lies on logical and legal appeals (with references to the constitution and rules of procedure), but this is bolstered by an emotional accusation regarding the coalition's unilateral use of force. The speaker poses questions that demand the opponents describe alternative options.
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2024-03-19
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Improving Teachers' Working Conditions" (373 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, analytical, and apprehensive, focusing on logical and procedural arguments. A sharp term, "gambling," is used in relation to the government's timeline, which points to uncertainty and potential political risk. The address is structured as a detailed, multifaceted question directed at the presenter.
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2024-03-11
Question Regarding the Financing of Cultural Buildings of National Significance (No. 600)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The style is formal, analytical, and critical, yet respectful (as it addresses the Auditor General). Logical arguments (concerning legal issues and efficiency) are supplemented by a metaphor drawn from folk wisdom ("the tighter the sieve, the more holes") to illustrate the risk of procedural errors arising.
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2024-03-06
Coalition Agreement

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The rhetorical style is sharp, accusatory, and insistent, directly accusing the government of lying and wasting time. Logical arguments are used (legal impossibility), and honesty and clear solutions are demanded, especially concerning security issues. The ironic expression "vorst vorsti vastu" is used to describe intra-coalition negotiations.
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2024-03-05
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Recall of a member of the Supervisory Board of the State Forest Management Centre and appointment of a new member" (386 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The style is formal and interrogative, addressing the presenter with respect. The speaker employs logical argumentation, posing a pointed question regarding the limits of the Reform Party's political goodwill. The tone is analytical, balancing an understanding of the proposal with a direct political challenge.
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2024-02-21
The voting rights of Russian citizens

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is sharply critical and accusatory, emphasizing the urgency of the situation ("a war is ongoing!"). Emotionally charged terms are used ("absurd," "horse-trading," "political gamesmanship") and challenges are presented to the minister, questioning the coalition's sincerity and suspecting deliberate delay.
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2024-02-14
First reading of the draft Act amending the Aliens Act (European Union Blue Card) (349 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The style is formal, critical, and logic-based, focusing on contrasting the goals outlined in the explanatory memorandum with the actual situation. Strong, yet cautious language is employed regarding security and social costs, noting that the ministers' thoughts are "deeply concerning." It is repeatedly emphasized that the bill's objectives (attracting and retaining) are not appropriate given the current circumstances.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is combative, critical, and forceful, employing strong emotional expressions such as "a tax war against their own people" and "terribly unjust." Logical arguments (regional inequality, retroactivity) are interwoven with sharp criticism directed at the government and the minister (who is referred to as a "pawn" or "fall guy"). Beyond the substance, attention is also paid to procedural complaints ('we cannot hear,' 'the minister is not at the podium').
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2024-02-14
Immigration

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is interrogative, critical, and formal, highlighting the contradictory messages from government ministers and the public's confusion regarding the policy. The speaker employs logical arguments and refers directly to the text of the draft law to reveal the government's true position. The tone is one of concern and demands clarity.
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2024-02-07
Tax Policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The style is sharply critical and combative, employing strong judgments, such as labeling the car tax "sheer folly." The speaker relies on logical arguments, stressing economic competitiveness and the crude nature of the draft bill. The delivery takes the form of a formal parliamentary question, which focuses on political and procedural criticism.
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2024-02-07
Motor Vehicle Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is formal and constructive, focusing on logical appeal and procedural effectiveness. The speaker is conciliatory, avoiding direct criticism ("I am absolutely not criticizing this"), but emphasizing that the situation can be improved and that we should "seriously consider" finding a better solution.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is analytical, formal, and insistent, relying heavily on logical arguments, facts, and historical context (e.g., the 30-year failure of integration). Strong judgments are used ("a completely wrong and unpromising direction") to emphasize the danger of liberalizing immigration for security and economic development.
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2024-01-24
Voting rights of Russian citizens

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The rhetorical style is sharply critical, demanding, and accusatory, expressing dissatisfaction and doubt concerning the government’s true intentions. Direct accusations are employed, such as ("you are playing games and stalling"), and logical consistency in the legislative processes is emphasized. The tone is rather emotionally charged and urgent.
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2024-01-24
Money

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The tone is critical, demanding, and worried, emphasizing the chaos and lack of clarity in the government's actions. It employs logical appeals, posing long, multi-part questions that demand specific figures and explanations. It also uses an emotional and cultural reference ("Nukitsamehe Rahalaul") to ridicule the government's monetary policy.
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