By Plenary Sessions: Rain Epler

The political focus is heavily centered on foreign and security policy, highlighting concerns regarding Estonia’s relationship with the United States under the new administration. The speaker casts doubt on the effectiveness of the government’s diplomatic efforts, citing the failed communication by ministers (Tsahkna, Ligi) and Kaja Kallas. Maintaining relations with our biggest ally is deemed particularly crucial in the current volatile climate, underscoring the necessity for strong communication.

The political focus is on balancing the regulation of immigration and labor, seeking relief for highly specialized workers, while simultaneously worrying about the abuse of the system. Another important topic is financial regulation, where the link between flexibility and increased risks in international institutions is emphasized. The speaker's approach is policy-based, focusing on risk mitigation and the details of implementation.

Political activity is heavily focused on scrutinizing the Riigikogu's rules of procedure and the decisions made by the presiding officer, demanding a unified and traditional order of proceedings. On substantive matters, the speaker expresses strong skepticism regarding the concept of scientific consensus, viewing it as a dangerous tool for silencing dissent. These positions are strongly value-based, emphasizing procedural consistency and intellectual freedom.

The speaker is fiercely opposed to the government coalition's policies, particularly regarding tax hikes (dubbed the "tax rally") and the costs associated with the green transition, which he believes are driving the country into poverty. The political framing is heavily focused on economics and the cost of living, stressing the necessity of giving the economy "oxygen" and improving people's standard of living. The speaker criticizes the government's optimistic fiscal forecasts and directly connects the current economic hardships to issues of national security and emigration.

The speaker urgently demands immediate and tangible steps to improve the well-being of the Estonian people, focusing specifically on lowering the VAT on foodstuffs. He/She criticizes the government's policy as results-evading bureaucracy that utilizes "analysis" and "working groups" to stifle initiatives. The stance is strongly results-oriented, demanding concrete action instead of political gamesmanship.

The political position is strongly opposed to the new draft law introducing social conditionality, viewing it as excessive bureaucracy and "green madness." This stance is policy-driven, emphasizing the absurdity of the new requirements—such as mandatory instruction on ladder usage—and the threat they pose to agricultural producers in the form of reduced subsidies. The speaker criticizes Estonia’s overzealousness in implementing European regulations, which, in their estimation, increases bureaucracy rather than reducing it.

The political platform involves strong opposition to the government’s economic and social policies, especially tax increases and cuts to family benefits. The paramount priority is seen as the need to return to "normality," opposing the ideas of "radical liberals" and the "woke world." The policy is framed both in terms of values and results, citing deteriorating statistics. The speaker promises to reverse the detrimental actions taken by the government at the earliest opportunity.

The political focus is on issues of energy security (prioritizing dispatchable capacity) and transparency in state governance (the public release of the Nordica report). He/She also sharply criticizes the coalition partner, the Social Democrats, viewing them as an obstacle to the development of the Estonian state. His/Her views are highly critical of the government's actions and emphasize accountability, targeting both political efficacy and core values (democracy, transparency).

The political focus is on increasing transparency and establishing control over the expense accounts of state officials, particularly the Chancellor of Justice and the Prosecutor General. The speaker strongly advocates for uniform transparency standards, criticizing the current situation where ministers and high-ranking officials are exempt from the requirement to submit detailed receipts, unlike members of the Riigikogu (Parliament). This position is strongly value-based, emphasizing the necessity of public oversight.

The political position is strongly anti-government, focusing on energy policy and criticism of the green transition. The speaker supports the use of oil shale as a vital reserve capacity and opposes the construction of gas power plants, calling it "the deed of the Kilplased" (an act of utter foolishness). He/She also strongly criticizes the centralization of the state, particularly the closure of courthouses, and the high tax burden imposed administratively.