By Months: Rain Epler
Total Months: 9
Fully Profiled: 9
11.2025
35 Speeches
The primary opponents are the Social Democrats and the Reform Party, both of whom face criticism for implementing joint tax hikes (VAT and the car tax) and pursuing ineffective social policies. The criticism is largely policy- and fiscal-based, specifically accusing the Social Democrats of taking money through taxation only to return it with significant administrative overhead. Minister Pakosta is also criticized for inaccurately interpreting the terms of a foreign agreement, particularly regarding prisoners connected to organized crime.
10.2025
90 Speeches
The primary confrontation is aimed at the Minister of Finance and the government, strongly criticizing the minister's attempts to criticize the Institute of Economic Research and merchants. The criticism targets both the political leadership style (the desire to eliminate unpleasant phenomena) and the lack of transparency in budget decisions.
09.2025
43 Speeches
The primary opponents are the Reform Party ministers (including Prime Minister Hanno Pevkur) and, more broadly, the entire governing coalition. The criticism targets both the political substance (energy, security) and procedural matters (such as the format of the Riigikogu dialogue). Furthermore, the criticism is intensely personal, accusing ministers of lying, incompetence, and undermining democracy. The speaker characterizes the practice of labeling critics as "enemies of Estonia" as a counterproductive activity leading to a stalemate.
06.2025
43 Speeches
The main opponents are the Reform Party and the Social Democrats, who are sharply criticized both for their policies (energy, tax burden) and for their dishonesty (lying, increasing bureaucracy). A separate target is the activity of the ERJK (Supervisory Committee for Party Financing) and its head, Liisa Oviir, who is accused of turning the system into an absurdity and running a political campaign. The criticism is intense, with coalition members being accused of acting like "sleepwalkers" and "a flock of sheep."
05.2025
65 Speeches
The main opponents are the Reform Party and the Social Democrats, who are criticized for incompetence, sloppy lawmaking, and lies (specifically, tax hikes). It sharply criticizes the Ministry of Climate and Prime Minister Michal, accusing them of irresponsible conduct and weak political leadership. It demands that the opponents admit their mistakes and resign, rather than seeking compromise.
04.2025
54 Speeches
The main opponents are the Reform Party and the former/current coalition partners (the Social Democrats, Estonia 200). The criticism is intense, accusing them of steamroller politics, unfair taxation, and prioritizing the interests of foreign uncles. The Social Democrats are accused of lying and engaging in political theater (e.g., regarding the car tax and VAT issues). Furthermore, the Speaker of the Riigikogu is criticized for violating procedural rules.
03.2025
17 Speeches
The primary opponents are the Reform Party (which holds the premiership) and former coalition partners—the Social Democrats and Eesti 200—all of whom are criticized for political failure and plummeting approval ratings. The criticism targets both policy issues (the proposed car tax, ideological funding) and personal misconduct, including unethical behavior and outright lies (referencing the Prime Minister's past controversial positions). The speaker is demanding the government's resignation and snap elections, rejecting the idea of compromise.
02.2025
18 Speeches
The main adversaries are the ruling coalition (especially the Reform Party and Interior Minister Läänemets) and the Riigikogu board, who are accused of obstructing the opposition's work. Criticism targets both political decisions (energy policy, budget) and personal suitability and conduct (Läänemets’ attacks aimed at the USA, the Prime Minister’s dishonesty). There is no sign of willingness to compromise; the attacks are intense and direct.
01.2025
45 Speeches
The main opponents are the Reform Party (RE) and the Social Democrats (SDE), who are accused of deceitfulness, incompetence, and moving in an ideological "woke" direction. The criticism is both policy-based and management-based, specifically accusing the prime minister of weak political leadership and creating a state run by officials. The Social Democrats are viewed as "a burden chained to the country's development" and are being called upon to exit the coalition.