By Plenary Sessions: Rain Epler
Total Sessions: 8
Fully Profiled: 8
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker's style is analytical, fact-based, and strongly critical, accusing opponents of talking "fluff" and ignoring "factual reality." He uses irony and sharp metaphors (e.g., calling the government "Simpletons") to emphasize the illogical nature of the policy. His appeals are primarily logical and economic, relying on calculations and international examples (Germany, California) to expose the shortcomings of the green narrative.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The style is predominantly critical and confrontational, especially concerning the political motives and past decisions of opponents. Logical arguments, cost calculations, and historical examples (the former deputy chancellor) are employed, alongside sharp phrases ("political spin," "the Socs' mantra"). The tone is self-assured and occasionally sarcastic, warning against naivety when creating legislative loopholes.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The rhetorical style is sharply aggressive, ironic, and confrontational, employing figurative metaphors (e.g., Estonia 200 described as an "overworked and underpaid foreign worker"). The speaker levels strong accusations against both the prime minister (Michal) and the session chair, criticizing the latter for violating procedural rules. The overall tone is demanding and expresses protest.
2025-04-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The tone of the speech is combative, critical, and occasionally sarcastic, particularly aimed at the government and the Minister of Finance, whose viewpoints are labeled "sad reality" and "whining." It utilizes both logical arguments (citing examples from Great Britain and Ireland) and emotional, personal attacks (referencing the Finance Minister's fondness for humanities and philosophy). The style is straightforward, accusing opponents of engaging in political theater and implementing foolish policies.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The style is direct, aggressive, and critical, questioning the prime minister's role and competence (implying they completely failed to meet the required standard). Figurative expressions are used (e.g., "they brush their teeth in the morning, open their inbox, and there's the tablet of commandments") along with a call to "take the bull by the horns." The appeals combine economic arguments (the zero price point) with a call for common sense and introspection.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The tone is predominantly combative and critical, especially towards former coalition partners (the Social Democrats, the Reform Party), who are accused of hypocrisy and lying. Strong emotional terms are used, such as "robber capitalism" and "to bring down the tax axe on people's backs," but at the same time, logical arguments are presented regarding the predictability of the bank tax framework.
2025-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The rhetorical style is confrontational and critical, employing strong accusations such as "demagoguery" and "duplicity." The speaker utilizes detailed counterarguments to expose the opponent's alleged dishonesty, referencing specific US media outlets and political events. The tone is formal, yet sharp and accusatory in substance.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The style is predominantly confrontational and demanding, especially concerning the repeated questions put to the minister that went unanswered. It employs direct accusations (lying) against political opponents and raises rhetorical questions regarding the government's competence. There is also a brief procedural question about adjourning the session.