Session Profile: Rain Epler
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
2024-04-29
Political Position
The political stance is firmly opposed to ideological climate policy, particularly when it threatens democratic institutions and economic stability. Emphasis is placed on the deliberation and stability inherent in democracy, and criticism is leveled at government dishonesty (lying before elections) and the usurpation of power. The speaker supports maintaining "common sense" in the role of central banks, standing against the exertion of pressure on the European Central Bank.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in international financial regulation (ECB, Federal Reserve, Basel Committee) and energy policy. They cite financial publications (Bloomberg, Forbes) and discuss the hidden costs, material requirements, and environmental impact associated with wind and solar energy. The discussion assumes prior knowledge of central bank mandates and decision-making processes.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is predominantly combative, critical, and sharp, employing strong emotional expressions ("to insane ideas," "a death sentence," "the worst prime minister"). It relies on international sources and strongly opposes ideological policies, presenting its views as value-based and forceful criticism. It utilizes irony and direct personal attacks (Prime Minister Kallas).
4 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
He submitted a query to the Governor of the Bank of Estonia, specifically noting the record speed of the response. His pattern of activity centers on intensely questioning the leaders of the government and independent institutions during plenary sessions.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The primary targets are Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, who faces personal attacks and accusations of dishonesty and malice, and the European Central Bank (ECB) along with its ideological policies. Criticism is also leveled at the President of the Bank of Estonia for his potential ignorance or passivity during international pressure attempts. The opposition is intense, and these policies are widely viewed as being "on a catastrophic course."
4 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Insufficient information. The speaker is acting antagonistically, focusing on criticizing institutions and opponents instead of cooperating.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is primarily on international issues (the ECB, the US Federal Reserve) and national topics (the Bank of Estonia, the Prime Minister). Võrumaa is mentioned only in the context of criticizing the Prime Minister, emphasizing the quote concerning the "evil" people in that region.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Supports economic stability and common sense in financial regulation, strongly opposing ideological climate restrictions imposed by central banks that threaten economic sectors. It views European energy policy as being on a catastrophic course and criticizes the exorbitant hidden costs associated with green transition solutions (wind, solar).
4 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Focuses on protecting democratic institutions and processes from ideological politics that tramples democratic processes underfoot. It criticizes the prime minister's lack of empathy and dishonesty toward voters.
4 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The primary focus is on demanding institutional accountability via an interpellation, aiming to influence the stance of the Governor of the Bank of Estonia in the European Central Bank's Governing Council concerning banking regulations and climate policy. The goal is to oppose regulatory pressure that would amount to a "death sentence" for economic sectors.
4 Speeches Analyzed