By Plenary Sessions: Rain Epler
Total Sessions: 11
Fully Profiled: 11
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Regarding social issues, the speaker is a staunch opponent of the so-called woke agenda and the codification of the concept of social gender through an international convention. The speaker fears that the spectrum of social gender is unlimited, which would open "Pandora’s box" and make protection against harassment difficult. Support is also voiced for Donald Trump as a force that will begin dismantling the woke agenda.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
It focuses on social and security issues related to Soviet symbols and historical memory, demanding a clear position regarding the symbols associated with the Bronze Soldier. It expresses strong opposition to any rhetoric resembling that of the eastern neighbor, labeling it a "Putinistic talking point."
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The social themes indirectly addressed include immigration and political imprisonment, raised in connection with the renting of prison space, prompting the question of whether criticizing government policy would constitute a legal violation in Estonia. The issue of historical symbolism and security is also raised, demanding clarity on the government’s attitude towards Soviet (red) symbolism in connection with the return of a monument.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The social focus is aimed at the well-being of low-income households, who are disproportionately burdened by consumption taxes. Furthermore, the reduction of the benefits system and cuts to extracurricular activities are being criticized. There is also criticism regarding the growth of the bureaucratic apparatus and salary increases within the ministries.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker expresses strong opposition to the government's policies, which they deem directed against families and children, and welcomes the withdrawal of the amendment to the Child Protection Act. They sharply criticize the government's ideological stance, according to which "households and people themselves are a burden on nature."
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The central social theme is the demographic and birth rate crisis, emphasizing the need to increase families' sense of security through social benefits and tax incentives. Previous decisions are being criticized, such as the cancellation of health insurance coverage for mothers who stay at home.
2024-10-09
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.
The main social issue is the accessibility and quality of special care services, especially in the provision of independent nursing care. The speaker advocates for maintaining the minimum requirements for the service, fearing that the scope and quality of the service will suffer under the guise of flexibility. The social focus is directed toward protecting the recipients of the service.
2024-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
Data is scarce.
2024-10-08
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Among the social issues addressed are the stability and predictability of employment relationships for laboratory workers. Concerns are raised regarding the effect that abolishing the five-year contract requirement will have on employee confidence and long-term planning.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
There is not enough data. The discussions focus on economic and infrastructure issues.