Reform Party leader, Prime Minister Kaja Kallas' attempt this weekend to contrast to the opposition Conservative People's Party (EKRE) as the 2023 elections' core conflict is a reflection of the political reality that also holds possibilities for the national conservatives, experts told ERR.
The anticipated logic in politics is idealism instead or at least next to personal gain. If one stands out operating solely in self-interest, chasing a soft landing for oneself or one's party, things quickly head south, Martin Mölder finds in Vikerraadio's daily comment.
The differences between the ruling parties were reflected clearly in their choice of ministers. The Reform Party chose to stick with tried and tested people, while both Isamaa and the Social Democrats (SDE) made much more strategic use of the government change, Martin Mölder finds in Vikerraadio's daily comment.
Fundamental differences between the Reform Party and Isamaa herald difficult coalition talks, with a new government formed by Midsummer Day unlikely if the sides refuse to make major concessions, political scientist Martin Mölder said on the "Vikerhommik" radio morning show.