According to polls, the support for Eesti 200 has remained at a couple of percent. This means the party will not enter the new Riigikogu. There are disagreements within the party about whether to participate in the elections at all. Several members have given up on politics or left.
Kristina Kallas said that the election lists will still be prepared by January. She added that it is difficult to find new faces. This is also a problem for other parties, as new people do not want to engage in politics.
The situation seems better for the Social Democratic Party. They have been joined by, for example, Daniel Kõiv, Kadri Simson, and Kristel Voltenberg. The leader of the Social Democrats, Lauri Läänemets, said that two-thirds of the lists are ready.
Läänemets said that some parties may merge with others. He added that tensions remain in the Reform Party regarding the election lists. He believes the Reform Party wants to change its faction.
The head of the Reform Party faction, Õnne Pillak, said they are not short on candidates. Only former minister Andres Sutt is not running. Pillak added that the team needs refreshing. The new candidate is Minister of Economy Liina Vahtras.
The communications head of Isamaa, Viljar Voog, said the lists are being prepared regionally. He believes it is difficult for Eesti 200 to find new people. The Isamaa list includes both old and new faces.
The head of the Center Party faction, Lauri Laats, said many want to enter the Riigikogu, but the lists are limited. He confirmed that the Center Party list includes both new and well-known members.
The leader of EKRE, Rain Epler, said that the party is undergoing a renewal. They plan to run with a full list, but it is still unclear who will run.
The leader of Eesti Rahvuslased ja Konservatiivid, Rein Suurkask, said they hope to find new faces by the end of December. They plan to run with a full list.
The leader of the Right-wingers, Lavly Perling, said the party is strengthening its list. She added that new members can be expected.
The leader of Eestimaa Rohelised, Marti Soosaar, said they will likely participate in the elections. Their list will have up to 50 members.
Political scientist Tõnis Leht said it is important for parties that voters know their candidates. He added that newer parties are looking for more new members, while older parties have a clearer worldview.