By Months: Pipi-Liis Siemann
Total Months: 8
Fully Profiled: 8
12.2024
5 Speeches
The main targets of criticism are the initiators of the bills (Lauri Laats and his group), whom he accuses of populism and unconstructive debate. The criticism is directed both at the substance of the policy (immature bills) and the procedure and rhetoric (whataboutism). He strongly opposes the idea that dignity should be regulated by law, and expresses confidence in the responsibility of the Riigikogu members.
10.2024
2 Speeches
Direct personal opposition was not expressed, but the speaker referenced the committee majority's decision to reject the bill for establishing a special committee on the demographic crisis (6 votes for, 4 against). The criticism focused on procedural aspects and the avoidance of policy duplication, citing the existence of the Ministry of the Interior's development plan.
09.2024
5 Speeches
The speaker communicates the opposition of the government and ministries to the draft bills, an opposition that is policy-based and focuses on substantive shortcomings. The criticism is directed at the arguments put forth by the initiators of the bills, specifically highlighting the lack of economic analysis in the draft bill for a new national holiday and the potential unfairness of changing the electoral system. The opposition is procedural and substantive in nature, rather than personal.
06.2024
1 Speeches
There is no direct confrontation, but criticism is aimed at the current legislation, which violates the principle of legal clarity and gives rise to unconstitutional situations. The Ministry of Justice's position that the regulation is constitutional is treated as one side of the debate—its arguments were heard, but the commission ultimately did not support it.
05.2024
4 Speeches
Insufficient data.
03.2024
11 Speeches
The opposition is aimed at narrowly focused draft laws that fail to address the problem comprehensively, criticizing the creation of a single exception for government members concerning security vetting. The speaker emphasizes that security is not enhanced by "ripping out a small, isolated piece," but rather by the systemic approach planned by the Ministry of the Interior.
02.2024
7 Speeches
Direct opposition is aimed at the draft bill which seeks to establish a C1 language requirement for council members, criticizing it as an unnecessary restriction. Indirectly, local municipalities are criticized where Estonian-language official business is not adhered to, demanding an improvement in political culture there.
01.2024
2 Speeches
The confrontation is primarily aimed at the political dogma that desperately strives to keep schools open in areas where there are no longer enough children, completely disregarding the quality of education. Regional policy is also criticized for believing that the mere presence of a school is enough, by itself, to halt population decline.