By Plenary Sessions: Jaak Valge

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The speaker offers a compliment to the Social Democrats for initiating the inquiry, but stresses that their political stance is dictated by personal principles. There is absolutely no mention of cooperation with the governing coalition or of seeking compromises on this particular issue.

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The speaker demonstrates an openness to acknowledge the strength of the opposing side's arguments, which is unusual for an opposition MP. This suggests a readiness for constructive dialogue and potential cooperation on substantive policy issues, even if their overall political position remains adversarial.

The speaker has demonstrated a willingness to cooperate by submitting a spring query alongside Leo Kunnas. This indicates a readiness for partnership when addressing specific issues, even though communication with the minister has become confrontational.

The style of cooperation is cautious and conditional; the Social Democrats are recognized for delving deeply into the topic, but they are simultaneously called upon to conduct a more thorough analysis. The speaker refers to the recommendations of economists (e.g., Urmas Varblane) to support their economic paradigm shift, but active cross-party cooperation is not mentioned.

The speaker works closely with both faction members and non-affiliated members, submitting interpellations and draft legislation together with Leo Kunnas, Henn Põlluaas, Ants Frosch, Varro Vooglaid, and Riina Solman. This cooperation is clearly directed toward opposition activities and challenging the ministers. There are no indications of openness to compromise with the governing coalition.