Session Profile: Riina Solman
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
2025-06-16
Political Position
The political stance is strongly oppositional, criticizing the government's economic policy for imposing new taxes and obligations that drive up prices and costs. The speaker is concerned about the trustworthiness of the state security agencies, demanding transparency and the admission of mistakes, particularly concerning manipulation aimed at achieving political advantage. The platform is directed at criticizing both specific policy (waste reform) and the government's overall conduct (honesty in communication).
5 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in waste management and recycling, referencing EU targets and the obligations of local governments. They are especially thorough on matters of internal security and information warfare, analyzing claims from the KAPO yearbook, discussing vehicle ownership rights, and detailing previous engagement with the Ministry of the Interior (including their tenure as Minister of Population from 2019–2021).
5 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, analytical, and sharply critical, particularly concerning government communication and the conduct of the former minister. Logical arguments and rigorous fact-checking are employed (such as the car ownership issue or specific dates) to expose alleged inaccuracies and manipulation. The speaker stresses the necessity for institutional integrity and infallibility, utilizing rhetorical questions and direct accusations of political theatrics.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker is active in the plenary sessions of the Riigikogu, submitting detailed questions and interpellations concerning both economic and security matters. This pattern demonstrates a deep dive into sensitive administrative and security issues, demanding clear and non-selective answers from ministers. He/She also mentions previous work at the Ministry of the Interior as the Minister of Population Affairs between 2019 and 2021.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The primary targets are the Reform Party (over their tax policy and broken promises) and former Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets (SDE). The criticism is intense, alleging that Läänemets and the security agencies spread inaccurate information and exploited the incident purely for political gain. The speaker implies this may have been a "political hit job" or a "setup" designed to prop up the ruling establishment.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Expresses support for and good cooperation with the security institutions in the past, but stresses that when mistakes occur, it is fundamental that they are acknowledged and corrected. He/She refers to the questions raised by colleagues (Aivar Kokk, Priit Sibul) regarding the waste reform, demonstrating cooperation within the parliamentary group. Demands honest information from the Minister of the Interior, while being prepared to accept the answers, provided they are accurate.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on national policies (waste reform, the operations of security agencies) and international cooperation (the Baltic states evacuation memorandum, EU recycling requirements). It is highlighted that the waste reform imposes new duties and challenges on local municipalities, which they must address.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The economic views are strongly opposed to taxes and state liabilities, arguing that they increase expenditures for both individuals and businesses, thereby contradicting the promise to end the 'tax festival.' The platform favors the continued role of private firms in service provision rather than municipal intervention, supporting overall cost reduction.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
It focuses on socially critical security issues, such as civil defense, evacuation procedures, and countering information warfare. It stresses the necessity of preventing the public from being frightened or incited (e.g., rumors of deportations) and maintaining trust in the state's law enforcement and security agencies, demanding impeccable conduct from them.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is on criticizing the waste reform, specifically due to its economic repercussions and the absence of clear recycling targets. Also significant is parliamentary oversight of the activities of the Ministry of the Interior and security agencies, with inquiries being submitted regarding the communication and reliability of these departments.
5 Speeches Analyzed