By Plenary Sessions: Jaak Valge
Total Sessions: 77
Fully Profiled: 77
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The opposition is directed against the form of the state budget utilized by the government, which has drawn criticism both procedurally and substantively. The criticism is intense, as it highlights a constitutional problem, and the budget format has been labeled "utter nonsense" in the words of a fellow faction member. The opposition is aimed at the policy and the procedure, not at individuals.
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The primary opposition is the Minister of the Interior and the Ministry of the Interior, who are fiercely criticized for misinterpreting policy and engaging in unconstructive debate. The criticism is intense, accusing the minister of demagoguery and evasion, and threatening to label him a liar if the requested statistics are not provided.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
It directly contradicts the previous speaker's assertions regarding the economic damage associated with abandoning Rail Baltic. The criticism is politically based and targets the validity of the economic arguments, deeming the GDP increase as merely formal.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The primary confrontation is directed at the government and the prime minister, criticizing the lack of transparency in their decision-making process and their disregard for local residents. The criticism is intense and accusatory, claiming that the government treats Estonian citizens like state subjects or serfs. The opposition is policy- and procedure-based, calling into question the government's wisdom in governing the country.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The criticism is aimed at the inaction of the Slava Ukraini representatives, specifically their decision not to file a civil lawsuit. The speaker suspects that this could be a deliberate omission on someone’s part, suggesting criticism of either a systemic failure or a personal lapse.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker is clearly in opposition and has signed the motion of no confidence. Their oppositional stance targets the lack of future policy planning, specifically demanding concrete steps in the area of population policy. Despite this fundamental disagreement (the signing of the no-confidence motion), the tone of the criticism offered remains largely constructive and policy-driven.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The primary criticism is aimed at the activities of the Russian embassy, which are considered to undermine Estonian statehood. Criticism is also leveled against the government’s (or the minister’s) inaction and inability to solve the problem following the warning issued in the spring, citing internal disagreements and the failure to deliver on promises.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The primary opposition is aimed at the government's immigration policy, which is widely viewed as detrimental and lacking a popular mandate. The criticism is policy-based, accusing the government of causing a drop in productivity and effectively freezing wage levels by importing cheap labor. Furthermore, the OSKA reports are criticized for being biased toward employers, and the minister (who is absent) is faulted for failing to delve deeply enough into the issue.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The main opponents are the government coalition and specific ministers (Lauri Läänemets, the Minister of Climate, and the Minister of Education and Research). Criticism is directed both at political decisions (such as the protection of Ukrainian men and energy projects) and procedural deficiencies (including violations of the rules of procedure and a lack of transparency). The speaker accuses the government of acting against Estonian security (by concealing hybrid operations) and supporting Russia's historical narrative (by suppressing the memory of the Battle of Sinimäed).
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The criticism is aimed directly at the policy of the minister and his ministry, particularly regarding the preference for cheap labor and an unconvincing migration policy. The speaker challenges the minister's assertions and demands clarification as to why Estonia's conditions for granting protection differ from those of the other Baltic states. The attacks are policy-driven, accusing the government of declining productivity and disregarding the interests of the Ukrainian state.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The main opponent is the minister, whose political rationale (renting out the prison to create jobs) is sharply criticized. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on the government's failed initiatives and illogical economic policy. The opposition is strong, referring to the government's action as an "incorrect move."
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main adversary is the ruling coalition and the prime minister, who are being sharply criticized for pursuing the wrong political direction (mass immigration, outdated economic logic) and for incompetence (specifically, the quality of their prepared responses). The criticism is intense and policy-driven, accusing the government of throwing in the towel and idly watching the situation unfold.
2025-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The criticism is aimed at the overall failure of economic management, which has resulted in a drop in productivity and competitiveness. Specific political opponents are not named, but accountability and an explanation are being demanded regarding "where we went wrong."
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main criticism is directed against the Political Parties Financing Surveillance Committee (ERJK), accusing it of making biased, unfair, and frankly ridiculous decisions. The intensity of the criticism is strong and focuses on the institution's inefficiency and blatant partiality.
2025-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session
The main confrontation is directed against the minister and the policies he has put forward, particularly concerning his enthusiastic support for Rail Baltic. The criticism is conceptual, challenging the minister's understanding of the nature of policy in the infrastructure sector and calling into question the project's legitimacy in the eyes of the public.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The main opponent is the Minister of Education, whose assessment of the situation regarding the Estonian language is considered to be in stark contradiction with actual trends. The criticism is intense and politically motivated, accusing the minister of ignoring the violation of agreements aimed at preserving the Estonian academic language, as well as citing deficiencies in migration policy. No possibility of compromise is being offered; instead, critics are demanding a change in policy and the acknowledgment of facts.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The primary opposition is aimed squarely at the Minister of Economic Affairs and the Reform Party government, who stand accused of incompetence and violating the principles of a market economy. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, asserting that the government is yielding to pressure from businesses demanding cheap labor. The minister’s assertion that Estonia’s migration policy is conservative is being sharply contested, with critics pointing to record levels of immigration.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary criticism is aimed at the minister and the government, who are accused of completely dropping the ball on reforming the education system and failing to resolve key bottlenecks. The criticism is policy- and performance-based, focusing on negative indicators and overall decline.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the rapporteur's party, who are being urged to do substantive work in anticipation of snap elections. Furthermore, he/she criticizes those responsible for the low standard of the energy debate in Estonia, as well as the commission members who voted against holding a referendum.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The opposition is directed at the minister and the government, who are being criticized for failing to meet strategic objectives and for the decline in economic indicators. The criticism is strong and is based on an assessment of policy effectiveness, highlighting Estonia's lag compared to other EU countries.
2025-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The main criticism is directed at the actions of the minister and the government concerning the decline in the quality of education and the disregard of procedural rules before parliament (the late submission of materials). The decision to vote down the draft bill is also criticized, especially since the underlying problem exists and could be rectified during the proceedings.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The key opponents are the government (the minister) and the bill's rapporteur, who are criticized for their ideological choices and irrational overregulation. The minister is questioned over the betrayal of his conservative values, while the rapporteur is branded as a representative of social democratic ideology.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The main criticism is aimed at the Social Democrats, who are accused of political hypocrisy and of failing to address the issue previously while they were in the previous government. Criticism is also directed at their political choice regarding why they agree to strip Russian citizens of their voting rights, but not those with undetermined citizenship. The attacks concern both procedural matters and political consistency.
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The main opposition is directed at the actions of recent governments regarding the importation of cheap labor and the resulting lack of systemic control. Specifically, the speaker is criticized as an "advocate for mass immigration," and the minister is directly asked for the definition of the terminology (democracy) he uses. Furthermore, Eesti 200 is indirectly accused of irresponsibility in matters of national policy.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The criticism is aimed primarily at the actions of the Ministry of Education and Research and the government, accusing them of undermining the status of the Estonian language (via Russian-language websites) and failing to oversee the implementation of administrative agreements (a Potemkin village scenario). The critic also takes issue with the minister’s arguments, labeling them demagogic and logically flawed, and stands against the promotion of mass immigration.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The opposition is aimed at the draft bill presented by the government and the minister from whom explanations are being sought. The criticism is purely political and substantive, focusing on the bill's failure to remedy the fundamental flaws of the science system and the state of national sciences. Specifically, the bill is criticized for failing to address the problem of rampant bureaucracy.
2025-02-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The main opponents are the government and the coalition, which are intensely criticized for both their policies (shaky forecasts, unclear export agreements) and their procedures (token consultation, the automatic voting of the Riigikogu majority). Criticism is also directed at foreign investors (Norwegian, Dutch, Anglo-French), whose profits are prioritized over local interests. The speaker believes that the government fears its own people and that parliamentarism has ceased to function.
2025-02-10
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The primary adversaries are foreign banks, viewed as the true drivers of the Estonian economy from Stockholm, and the government, which stands accused of favoring the banks over the populace. The criticism is intense and politically charged, leveling accusations of unjust practices against the government and citing suspicious transactions involving bank executives.
2025-01-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The primary opponent is the ruling coalition, which is described as "consisting of three left-globalist parties," and the Ministry of Social Affairs. Criticism is directed at political decisions (the reduction of family benefits, the refusal to index payments) and the ministry's inaction in launching proportionate campaigns. The attacks are intense, accusing the government of being unwilling to deal with the country's core problem and sending contradictory signals.
2024-12-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
The main opponent is the ruling coalition, specifically the Reform Party and Estonia 200, who are criticized for political inconsistency and a lack of transparency regarding the phosphorite issue. Criticism is also directed at the ministers' passivity concerning the decline in the birth rate, as well as procedural violations (namely, an illogical legal basis when granting the research permit). Furthermore, the Reform Party is accused of reneging on its 2014 promises.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
Strong opposition is directed at the government coalition, which is being criticized for irresponsible legislation (specifically, failing to establish fixed language requirements) and ignoring crucial amendments. The criticism is both procedural and substantive, alleging that the coalition is failing to guarantee an Estonian-language learning environment. The opposition is intense, and compromise has been ruled out, as the draft bill is being declared unacceptable.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary opposition is aimed at granting voting rights to individuals with undetermined citizenship and earlier "left-leaning integration concepts." The criticism is policy-based and intense, stressing that optimistic forecasts for accelerated integration have largely failed to materialize over the past couple of decades. It also indirectly criticizes those who placed too much trust in these failed integration models.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The primary opposition is aimed at the government's positions, particularly its negative opinion regarding the abortion bill. The criticism is policy- and data-driven, calling into question the government's assertions regarding the downward trend in abortions. Furthermore, the bill's rationale is being challenged in light of labor productivity data.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The main opponents are the government coalition and their proposed tax policy, which is considered detrimental to economic development and the standard of living. The criticism is policy-based and economic, also calling into question the Isamaa faction's decision to prioritize the repeal of only the car tax. Furthermore, the prime minister's views regarding the economic future of the European Union are being challenged.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The opposition is aimed directly at the minister and the ruling coalition, who are being criticized for taking controversial steps that harm the state. The criticism is policy-driven, particularly concerning the stalling of efforts to revoke voting rights, which increases the risk posed by anti-Estonian candidates.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the economic policy dogma of the government/Reform Party, ironically referencing the actions of Margaret Thatcher—who is considered the Reform Party's role model, yet who actually implemented a bank tax. The confrontation is policy-based, focusing on the poorer state of the Estonian economy compared to Lithuania, which did implement a bank tax.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The primary opponent is the government, particularly the Minister of the Interior, who is criticized both for disregarding historical memory (the confiscation of the Lihula monument) and for immigration policy (the sheltering of Ukrainian men). The criticism is intense, accusing the minister of incompetence and failing to recognize the continuity of the Republic of Estonia, while his responses are dismissed as unconvincing legalistic explanations.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The main opponent is Minister Läänemets and the government, who are being criticized for favoring mass immigration. The criticism is intense and focuses both on the political direction and the deficiencies of the metrics being used, proposing two extreme conclusions (either replace the Estonians or admit the metric is flawed).
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The primary adversary is the government, whose economic policies are directly blamed for causing the deep economic crisis, high energy prices, and growth-stifling measures. The criticism is intense and focused on policy, also highlighting the government’s inaction regarding the taxation of banks’ excess profits and the curbing of mortgage interest rates.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The primary criticism is aimed at Kaja Kallas’s governments and the current coalition, specifically concerning economic policy failures and immigration policy. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, asserting that Estonia’s economic downturn is a direct result of these political actions. The Foreign Minister’s remarks about making immigration policy more flexible are being treated as a threat.
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The main opposition is directed at the Prime Minister and the government, whose claims regarding the lack of international support for taxing banks are being refuted using historical examples. The criticism is policy-driven and fact-based, focusing on both foreign policy decisions (Ukraine) and domestic tax policy.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is fiercely criticized both for ethical issues (the "Eastern money scandal") and for unpopular tax hikes. The criticism is intense and outcome-driven, highlighting the Reform Party's predicted major loss in the upcoming elections (17 fewer seats).
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
The main opposition is directed at the government's economic and immigration policies, which are accused of favoring cheap labor and destroying the Estonian nation-state and economy. Opponents of the child protection bill are indirectly labeled as pedophiles or individuals driven by political envy. In foreign policy, Russia is criticized, but the credibility of Estonia's statements is questioned, linking this distrust to the Estonian e-elections.
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The confrontation is directed against the initiators of the draft bill and the work of the Constitutional Committee, criticizing the explanatory memorandum for being flimsy, primitive, and for failing to involve experts. He rejects opponents' attempts to label conservatives as cynical or reactionary, defining these labels as Marxist. The opponents' ability to persuade is considered low, but the possibility of compromise is not ruled out ("they may still try").
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The main opponent is Mr. Ligi, whose political choices are sharply criticized. The criticism is policy-based, focusing on the detrimental nature of the tax hump and the refusal to tax banks' excess profits. The speaker calls into question the opponent's integrity and his position within the party, thereby escalating the intensity of the attack.
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the head of the government (the Prime Minister), who stands accused of either failing to provide a sensible answer or merely pretending to understand the question. This is powerful criticism focused on competence, highlighting the government's inability to respond effectively to significant social trends.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the government or the current policy that permits continued mass immigration from third countries. The opposition is political and focuses on the ineffectiveness of the migration policy, directly asking whether it wouldn't be right "to first and foremost stop mass immigration."
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The main opponent is the sitting government, especially Interior Minister Lauri Läänemets and the Security Police Board. The criticism is directed at alleged disinformation, administrative incompetence, and law enforcement agencies that interfere in domestic politics. The speaker calls KAPO's credibility into question and strongly implies that the minister should face a vote of no confidence, provided the previous parliamentary order were still in effect.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The opposition is directed against the arguments of e-voting proponents, whom they label as "propagandists." The speaker indirectly defends raising the issue of election anomalies, noting that the decline in trust was noticeable even before EKRE was formed in 2013, thus the criticism is legitimate.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The confrontation is directed at the Minister of Education and Research, who is being criticized for their prioritization and denial of the need for reform. The criticism is both policy- and value-based, accusing the minister of actions that contradict Estonian values (cooperation with dictatorial states). The intensity of the criticism is high, referencing the education system's "greatest crisis."
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main opposition is directed at the bill's initiator/rapporteur, whose priorities in assessing security threats are deemed incorrect. The criticism is political and centers on the fact that the bill under discussion addresses a less significant influencing factor (MP communication/links) at the expense of a greater threat (mass immigration).
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The primary dispute targets the data and performance claims presented by the minister and the government, which are deemed misleading. The criticism is policy- and data-driven, accusing the government of utilizing absolute figures without factoring in inflation. The intensity of the opposition is moderate, but it strongly insists on correcting the methodology.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The opposition is directed at the government and the prime minister, who are being criticized for their lack of awareness and inaction regarding the sharp increase in abortion rates. The criticism is outcome-based, demanding an explanation for the causes of this trend and outlining future measures to ensure it does not continue.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main opponents are the Constitutional Committee, the Riigikogu Board, and the government, all of whom are accused of disregarding the law and dictating parliamentary proceedings. The criticism leveled is both procedural (the rejection of a collective address without substantive justification) and political, specifically accusing the coalition chairman of acting as a "pawn" in executing the Prime Minister's decisions. No willingness to compromise is evident, as the system itself is considered broken.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The critique is indirectly aimed at the coalition parties, implying they fear losing their voter base by taking a symbolically significant step. The speaker deems the government's actions insufficient regarding the elevation of the Estonian language's prestige and casts doubt on the trustworthiness of the integration monitoring data. This resistance is directed against political convenience that allows for the avoidance of unpleasant decision-making.
2024-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The primary opposition is directed at the minister/government, who is criticized for hypocrisy and selectivity in social policy, as well as for their inability to control migration and the birth rate. The criticism is intense and substantive, accusing the government of having misplaced priorities.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The primary opponents are members of the governing coalition and the "left-wing or Marxism-based societal designers" within the Ministry of Education and Research. The criticism is intense, accusing them of poor decisions, negligence, foolishness, or even a deliberate "colonialist policy." The speaker notes that the opponents' reaction in the commission was "furious," suggesting a complete unwillingness to compromise.
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main opponents are the head of government (Kaja Kallas) and the Minister of the Interior (Lauri Läänemets/SDE), who are accused of lacking a sense of responsibility and exacerbating the demographic crisis. The criticism is intense, focusing on political incompetence, evading questions, and protecting the interests of businesses that prefer cheap labor at the expense of the public interest.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary criticism is leveled against the minister and the executive branch, citing the late submission of the report as evidence of underestimating parliament, alongside the methodological deficiencies of the analysis. There is strong opposition to the government's immigration policy, which has been labeled disastrous, and to the ideological disregard for integration issues. The criticism is both policy- and procedure-based, and it is intense.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The criticism targets the corruption of the Ukrainian judicial system and implicitly, the passivity of Estonian officials when it comes to protecting the whistleblower. This opposition is based on political and ethical grounds, demanding concrete foreign policy intervention from the government.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
The main targets of criticism are the government as a whole, the prime minister, the Minister of Social Protection, and the chairman of the Social Affairs Committee. The criticism is both political (ineffective birth rate policy) and personal/procedural (not knowing the key indicators, which has been labeled as hypocrisy). The speaker rejects the government's claim of a "global trend" and accuses them of lacking the necessary will.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
The opposition is directed at the government coalition, which is criticized for rejecting the opposition's bills, and at local politicians, who fear losing control and facing increased difficulty in pushing through factional interests. The criticism is intense and accuses opponents of distrusting the people, claiming that for them, democracy is merely "empty rhetoric." Also criticized are the obstruction and confidence votes that deepen the crisis of parliamentarism—a situation that the option of a national referendum would prevent.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The primary opponent is the Prime Minister and the government, whose claims regarding the size of child and family benefits and the causes of mass immigration (especially concerning Ukrainian refugees) are being intensely and factually scrutinized and corrected. The criticism is directed at the failure of policy and the distortion of data, not at the personal level.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The main opponents are politicians who fail to grasp the danger of mass immigration, whose previous integration measures have proven unsuccessful, and who are being directly criticized for this lack of understanding. Criticism is also aimed at the session chair due to the rigid procedural rule (the ban on interjections), which is cited as stifling democratic debate. Furthermore, committee members are being criticized for rejecting the draft bill, and explanations are being demanded regarding this rejection.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The primary opposition is aimed at the immigration policy of the minister and the government, criticizing both the inaccurate data and the political decision not to vet those liable for mobilization. The criticism is intense, focusing on political and procedural deficiencies, and demands the rectification of the data utilized by the minister.
2024-02-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The opposition is directed at the government's actions or its analytical capacity, as the speaker indicates that the government has failed to identify the real cause behind the rise in HIV infections and drug-related deaths. The criticism is policy-based and focuses on the lack of effectiveness in addressing the public health crisis.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
The main confrontation is with the government and the Ministry of Education and Research (HTM), who are being criticized for failing to present the promised comprehensive solution and for demanding impact analyses of the draft legislation, which they consider "embarrassing." The criticism is focused on policy and procedure, contrasting sharply with the government's stance on internationalization priorities and demographic measures. The government's responses are being referred to as "copy-paste sentences."
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The main confrontation is directed against the Prime Minister and the ruling coalition, criticizing both the formulation of their immigration policy and its actual results, which are among the largest in Europe. The criticism is intense and policy-based, accusing the government of ignoring the public's attitudes (opposition to immigration from different cultural spaces) and circumventing democracy (by avoiding a referendum). Furthermore, "neoliberals" are criticized for their short-sighted economic focus.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The criticism is directed at the government's economic policy, which promotes the influx of cheap labor, as well as the activities of the Estonian Research Council (ETA). The opposition is policy- and procedure-based, taking issue with the evaluation criteria, the use of international experts, and ideological bias (including the requirement for gender equality). The criticism is intense, calling for major changes and an honest analysis.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The opposition is directed against the government and the minister, leveling sharp criticism at the design of the tax policy and overall economic management. The critique is based on policy and procedure, specifically accusing the government of failing to analyze crucial social and regional aspects. The speaker demands that responsibility for inflation be acknowledged.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
There is no direct opposition, but a critical and scrutinizing attitude exists regarding the data underpinning the drafts. Clarifications are requested concerning the increasing frequency of violations and the necessity of reducing the customs workload, which points toward procedural scrutiny.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The confrontation is mainly directed at Russian chauvinism and propaganda, which uses the monument as a revanchist demonstration of power, and at local Russian activists who are turning it into a cult object. Procedurally, the government is criticized for interfering with the work of the parliament by means of confidence votes, and questions are raised regarding the legal opinion issued by the Minister of Justice.
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The opposition maintains a strong stance, targeting the government's policies regarding migration, the permanent settlement of refugees, and crime statistics. The criticism is both political (claiming the government's policy will lead to a demographic catastrophe in Ukraine) and personal/ideological (accusing the government of political correctness and a lack of objectivity).
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The main targets of criticism are the government and the relevant ministries (the Ministry of the Interior, the Ministry of Social Affairs), who are being accused of deliberate stalling. The criticism is aimed at procedural obstruction, as the government employs a standard argument to reject bills proposed by the opposition. The speaker suspects that this is a case of ideological resistance rather than a rational political decision.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The opposition is targeting those who favor economic contraction during the crisis (i.e., the government's current direction), rather than economic stimulus. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, comparing the opponents' actions to historically catastrophic economic decisions that resulted in the most severe economic crisis and social upheaval.
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The criticism is aimed at government agencies and ministers, who are accused of inaction, a lack of transparency, and systemic fragmentation. Specifically, the Ministry of Education and Research is criticized for the lack of grounds for its decisions, and the Ministry of Culture for its inability to ensure the political balance of ERR. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based.