By Plenary Sessions: Riina Solman

The speaker is attempting to build rapport with the Foreign Minister, recalling their successful prior cooperation within the ranks of Isamaa on the issue of supporting large families. However, it is simultaneously stressed that the opposition is prepared to back the suspension of electoral rights, citing internal coalition resistance as the sole remaining obstacle. This willingness to cooperate is conditional and linked to specific political objectives.

The spirit of cooperation emphasizes the need for cross-factional support on humanitarian issues, highlighting that similar draft legislation concerning cancer drugs has previously received backing from representatives across all political groups. The speaker aims to achieve consensus on bills that offer hope to patients.

The speaker, on behalf of the Isamaa party, supports Jaak Valge's draft resolution, thereby demonstrating cooperation with a fellow party member. He/She refers to previous cross-party support for benefits aimed at large families (all parties except the Reform Party), emphasizing that supporting the birth rate should be broad-based. Cooperation with the government is lacking, as the government's actions are sharply criticized and deemed procedurally unfair.

A willingness to cooperate with the government is not apparent; instead, emphasis is placed on the government’s refusal to listen to the opposition and the association of large families, whose pleas for assistance have fallen on "deaf ears." The speaker relies heavily on the research and positions of the association of large families, representing their interests in the Riigikogu (Parliament). They condemn the government's actions, which present people with disabilities with a fait accompli, forcing them to accept minimal support payments.

The speaker initially expressed limited recognition toward Minister Michal, commending him for presenting a comprehensive overview for the first time—a gesture that hints at a willingness to acknowledge positive initiatives. Nevertheless, the general approach remains oppositional, centered on articulating Isamaa's viewpoints and exposing the government's failures, rather than issuing a direct call for collaboration.