By Plenary Sessions: Rain Epler

Total Sessions: 10

Fully Profiled: 10

2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The main opponent is the ruling coalition (Reform Party, Social Democrats, Estonia 200), which is criticized both for violating legislative norms and for breaking socio-political promises. The criticism is intense and ideological, accusing the government of exploiting the weakest members of society and channeling funds into ideological projects. Compromise has been ruled out, with a motion submitted to reject the bill and demand the collective resignation of the government.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
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."
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The opposition stance is directed against colleagues (Taro and Tali), who are being criticized for demagoguery and misleading the public by linking nuclear armament with nuclear energy. Furthermore, they oppose the unrealistic price calculations and methodologies (LCOE) of wind energy developers, highlighting the high actual costs and the necessity of state support.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The opposition's stance is robust, directed against the actions of the government or the governing bodies of the Riigikogu concerning the handling of draft legislation. The criticism is procedural, accusing the opposing side of setting precedents and disregarding the role of the opposition. The speaker points out that the government is attempting to accelerate the Riigikogu's work too rapidly, thereby marginalizing the opposition.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The main criticism is directed at the government and the Reform Party, accusing them of disproportionate market intervention and using unreliable election methods. The criticism is both policy-based and procedural, particularly concerning the ignoring of expert opinions during the legislative process. He labels the Reform Party's frontrunner a "Putinist," which constitutes an intense personalized attack stemming from foreign policy stances.
2024-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The main criticism is directed at the activities of the Transport Administration (the safety and implementation of innovations) and against the Minister (budget cuts and lack of oversight). The leadership of the Riigikogu is also criticized for delaying the response to a query, citing procedural obstacles. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based.
2024-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The confrontation with the government is intense and widespread, criticizing both budget priorities and the fundamental values underpinning social policy. Ministers are directly accused of demagoguery, presenting false data, and squandering money under the slogans of the green transition. Criticism is also aimed at the actions of the presiding officer, who is accused of attempting to silence the opposition's voice.
2024-04-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Insufficient information.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker voices clear criticism regarding the government's legislative process, particularly concerning the car tax bill procedure grinding to a halt, and expresses hope that the bill will be stopped entirely. The criticism targets procedural decisions related to the management of amendments and the alteration of the draft legislation's content, including the removal of provisions that were considered uncontroversial.
2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The primary confrontation is directed against the inaction of the Prime Minister and the government (regarding the bank tax) and decisions that weaken national security. The criticism is policy- and procedure-centric, challenging the government’s legal explanations and protesting the Prime Minister’s interference in the organization of the Riigikogu’s work.