By Plenary Sessions: Riina Solman
Total Sessions: 10
Fully Profiled: 10
2025-01-30
Fifteenth Estonian Parliament, fifth session, plenary session.
The political stance is strongly focused on restricting the voting rights of citizens of the aggressor state in Estonia, a measure with which the speaker expresses clear agreement. However, the speaker also voices concern regarding the social consequences of this policy, pointing to the potential alienation of Estonian patriots, which demonstrates a value-based approach to balancing security and integration.
2025-01-29
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The political stance is strongly critical of the government’s actions regarding the availability of social services in rural areas for parents of children with disabilities. Opposition is also voiced against new regulations stemming from directives, which are viewed as excessive bureaucracy and over-regulation. The criticism is aimed at the inefficiency of policy implementation and the lack of consultation.
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The political position is strongly critical of the government’s cuts to family policy, especially before the relevant analysis has been completed. The primary issues are the demographic crisis (low birth rates) and the reduction of benefits for children with disabilities. The political framework is value-based, prioritizing the interests of the nation-state and the security of families, and stands in opposition to left-liberal ideology.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political stance focuses on the necessity of tightening state control in the taxi industry to combat illegal labor and unfair competition. The speaker criticizes the government's position that responsibility lies solely with businesses, demanding more active state intervention in regulating the market. This position is strongly aimed at enhancing regulations and monitoring their enforcement.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political position is strongly value-based, focusing on issues of gender identity and opposing the "marketing" of these topics among young people. The speaker questions the existence of political consensus both in Estonia and globally, emphasizing that there is insufficient political debate. The primary focus is directed at the potential harm that these topics could cause to schoolchildren whose nervous systems are still developing.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
One speaker expresses strong opposition to the car tax, emphasizing its negative impact on large families and residents of rural areas. He questions the government's actions and suggests the need for the government to fall. The second speaker fulfills a procedural role as the Vice-Chairman of the leading committee, supporting accession to the Optional Protocol to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, focusing on the procedural framework rather than the underlying policy.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The political focus centers on the management of national defense and the criticism directed at the decisions made by the ruling party (the Reform Party). The speaker expresses strong indignation regarding the unexpected resignation of the head of the Defense League (Kaitseliit) and accuses the elite of cronyism. He positions himself as standing with the people, embracing "populism" as a condemnation of the elite. The overall stance is highly critical of the government's leadership style concerning national defense matters.
2025-01-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political position is highly critical of the government's actions, focusing specifically on a particular budget cut and its negative impact. The main emphasis is placed on the efficacy of the policy, particularly regarding the elimination of the €101,000 subsidy for extracurricular activities, which sends conflicting signals from the state concerning children's mental health. The speaker demands the restoration of the subsidy.
2025-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political position centers on strong criticism regarding the behavioral culture and the level of debate within the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament). The speaker emphasizes the necessity of making politics understandable and clearly explaining it to the public, contrasting this with the government's arrogant demeanor. The position is value-based, stressing integrity and the need to listen to both the people and the opposition.
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The political stance is critical of the government's energy policy commitments, particularly regarding the promised cost reduction of renewables and the accounting for grid investments. The speaker strongly stresses the necessity of negotiating derogations within the European Union for the oil shale chemical industry, demonstrating robust support for regional industry. The focus remains on the practical implementation of the policy and financial transparency.