võimuvalitsused
Võimuvalitsused, often translated as "power governments" or "authoritarian governments," is a term used in Estonian political discourse to describe governments that centralize power and may limit democratic processes or individual freedoms. This concept is not a formal academic term but rather a descriptive label applied in public debate and media.
These governments are characterized by a strong executive branch, with decision-making authority concentrated in the hands
While the term "võimuvalitsused" can be used critically to imply a drift towards authoritarianism, it can also