By Months: Peeter Tali
Total Months: 18
Fully Profiled: 18
10.2025
4 Speeches
Strong opposition is directed at the Centre Party, which is being criticized due to receiving three criminal convictions for political corruption and a general lack of trust. Also criticized are colleagues who create an atmosphere of fear regarding surveillance society or question the transparency of the legislative process, comparing them to Luddites.
09.2025
11 Speeches
The opposition is facing sharp criticism for inciting "class hatred" and polarizing society, alongside presenting completely unrealistic demands (such as increasing spending without changing taxes). One specific party stands accused of sabotaging the Rail Baltic project and promoting the desire to leave the European Union—a stance widely deemed unreasonable. The criticism leveled against them is both substantive (policy-based) and procedural, specifically accusing opponents of being slow and lacking basic numeracy.
06.2025
10 Speeches
The main opponent is the Kremlin regime and its organizations of influence, especially the Moscow Patriarchate, which is referred to as a hostile organization and a remnant of the occupation. Putin has been branded as the perpetrator of the crime of aggression and a war criminal, who has not demonstrated "any balanced approach." Among domestic opponents, criticism is directed at those who are skeptical regarding defense measures (e.g., mines) or who have previously considered Putin's approach to be balanced (Grünthal, Vooglaid).
05.2025
4 Speeches
The opposition is aimed at a political party that was criminally convicted of corruption but still receives state budget funding, as well as at skeptics of the Estonian-language education reform. It sharply criticizes opposition politicians who recommended rethinking the reforms, linking bilingualism to segregation and "the shadow of the Russian world." Furthermore, it expresses distrust regarding the "crocodile tears" and "hidden agenda" observed during the debate on amending the law concerning congregations and churches.
04.2025
1 Speeches
The direct criticism and confrontation are aimed at the "eastern neighbor" and the deteriorating security situation and hybrid pressure caused by that entity. The political opposition is not directly criticized, but the speaker feels the need to comfort and reassure his colleague on the National Defence Committee, Raimond Kaljulaid, concerning the progress of the governing coalition's work.
03.2025
3 Speeches
The primary adversary is the church organization operating under the jurisdiction of the Moscow Patriarchate, which is viewed as a hostile entity and a subcontractor for the Kremlin's special services. Criticism is intense and also targets specific individuals, such as Patriarch Kirill and Bishop Margo Lepisk, who stand accused of maintaining ties with the aggressor church. Compromise is ruled out; decisive action and the termination of their activities are demanded.
02.2025
5 Speeches
The main domestic political confrontation is directed at the party accused of criminal corruption and unethical behavior during the submission of a motion of no confidence, with the situation being labeled "a complete Orwell." In foreign policy, the clear adversaries are the aggressor states Russia and Belarus, and restricting the voting rights of their citizens is considered essential. The criticism is predominantly value-based and ethical in nature.
01.2025
1 Speeches
The primary adversary is the Putin regime, which is heavily criticized for pursuing its imperialistic ambitions and occupying Georgian territories. The criticism is principled and centers on the threat the regime poses to freedom-loving nations and the wider free world.
12.2024
7 Speeches
The main opponents are EKRE and the Centre Party, who are criticized for spreading negativity and "whining" about the state of the country. The most intense criticism is directed against personal attacks, especially Mart Helme's claim that Estonian soldiers are "mercenaries," which is considered an insult to the honor of Estonian soldiers and officers. The speaker also refutes the opposition's misinformation regarding the locations of international missions and violations of international law.
11.2024
15 Speeches
The most forceful opposition is directed at the Hungarian government’s pro-Kremlin stance and its disappointing EU presidency, which drew criticism directly in Budapest. It also categorically rejects Mart Helme’s views on the war in Ukraine, deeming them inappropriate and contrasting them with the defense of Estonian freedom and allied relations. The criticism is aimed at both political values and actions.
10.2024
2 Speeches
The main opponent is the Moscow-led Orthodox Church, which is sharply criticized as a tool for the Kremlin’s imperialist ambitions and a subcontractor for the special services. Furthermore, loud disagreement is expressed with the Minister of the Interior, as the speaker deems the existence of a long-term plan extremely necessary, even though action to shut down the Moscow church should be taken more quickly.
09.2024
9 Speeches
The criticism is aimed at the political opposition (Isamaa, Priit Sibul) for their incompetent handling of a technical failure in the Riigikogu (Parliament), which served as a de facto crisis drill. He also criticizes his colleague, Mr. Aller (SDE), for procedural shortcomings concerning national defense issues. Regarding foreign policy, he sharply criticizes Hungary and Orbán, calling the latter a "Kremlin chatbot" for obstructing sanctions.
06.2024
1 Speeches
There is no direct criticism of opponents, but the speaker emphasizes the lack of political consensus regarding decisive tax hikes or spending cuts. The criticism is aimed at the legislature’s inability to find a solution to the national defense funding crisis.
05.2024
3 Speeches
The primary adversary is the Moscow Patriarchate and Patriarch Kirill, who is viewed directly as a tool of the Kremlin and the FSB, inciting religious war and imperialism. The criticism is intense and fundamental, comparing Kirill to radical mullahs who are Islamic extremists. Political opponents are also criticized for attempting to overturn the transition to unified Estonian-language education using a motion of no confidence.
04.2024
4 Speeches
The opposing party is primarily criticized for presenting inaccurate facts, which calls their credibility into question concerning the Russian language availability on ministry websites. The criticism is directed at a specific rapporteur and is procedural/fact-based, not personal.
03.2024
2 Speeches
The criticism is directed at the actions of the EKRE faction, which employed obstructive mass amendments during the deliberation of the security plan draft bill, thereby hindering the work. The speaker notes that the obstruction prevented the processing of the draft bill, although EKRE later withdrew 50 of those amendments.
02.2024
4 Speeches
The primary and most intense adversary is the Russian Federation and the Putin regime, which is described as an authoritarian state with imperial interests, one that fails to uphold international agreements and whose judicial system is unreliable. Criticism is aimed at Russia's lies, legal violations, and aggression, including war crimes such as the abduction of Ukrainian children.
01.2024
4 Speeches
The primary opposition is aimed at EKRE, which is criticized for denying Russia's aggression and displaying symbols of occupation. It is also in strong opposition to the Tallinn City Government, which is accused of causing frustration among teachers and inadequately supporting education. The criticism is intense and includes accusations of hindering the transition to Estonian-language instruction.