On Saturday, the founding meeting of the new party Põlvkonnad took place. The party aims to stand up for the interests of the elderly.
Ago Kokser, one of the party leaders, says that a new party is needed to have the opinion of the elderly heard. The party wants to talk to people from different age groups.
Kokser mentioned that the plan to create the party arose because the Estonian Pensioners' Union has not received support from the state. The union's resources have also diminished.
Now, the goal is to gather 500 members by the end of November. After the meeting, the message spread, and the website is available. There, one can register to become a member.
What is the party's worldview? Kokser says they have not defined it yet. They want everyone to live well. Both the young and the old should be considered.
Does the party only stand for the interests of the elderly? No, everyone is invited to join. The party also monitors young families and education.
Do you have sponsors? Currently, no. We are acting out of goodwill and using free time. There is no money for large-scale advertisements.
If you gather 500 members, what is the goal in the elections? Currently, there are no predictions, but getting into the parliament would be a big step forward.
Who are the more notable names that have joined? Currently, it's a small group, and the names have not been disclosed yet.