Session Profile: Ants Frosch
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
2024-02-07
Political Position
The political focus is on the quality of state governance and the accountability of law enforcement agencies. The speaker sharply criticizes the management of the Prosecutor's Office, asserting that it fails to uphold justice and has "gone completely off the rails." He strongly supports the draft bill aimed at resolving this issue, and seeks to change the procedure for appointing high-ranking state officials, as many of them are unable to serve out their full term. His positions are heavily geared toward institutional reform and performance.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the legislative procedure, noting the long-term submission date of the bill and its slow movement. They are detail-oriented, highlighting technical errors (e.g., an unrealistic effective date) and typos in the explanatory memorandum. Their expertise relates to the adequacy of the management of legal bodies and the professional correctness of the legislative text.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is twofold: in the first address, the tone is critical and concerned, employing strong expressions (e.g., "things have gone completely off the rails"). In the second address, the tone is rather procedural and focused on details, where the speaker admits their inexperience and takes responsibility for the mistakes. They balance emotional appeals (the necessity of defending justice) with logical and technical procedural questions.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The proponent is an active legislative initiator, having submitted the draft bill back in May. He/She participates in plenary sessions to advocate for the bill and highlight the slow pace of its processing. His/Her operational patterns demonstrate a commitment to advancing specific pieces of legislation and rectifying procedural errors.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The main criticism is directed at the institutional activities and management of the Prosecutor's Office, which are considered inadequate and protective of injustice. The system is also criticized for allowing high-ranking state officials, such as the Prosecutor General and the Commander of the Defence Forces, to resign without completing their terms of office. The criticism is systemic and focuses on the ineffective functioning of state authorities.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speaker is a highly collaborative legislative initiator, having presented the bill together with colleagues (Leo and Henn) and taking the time to thank others (Kert Kingo, Mart Helme) for their contribution. He/She collectively takes responsibility for an error found in the explanatory memorandum, showing a clear willingness to cooperate and admit mistakes. He/She asks colleagues to support the draft legislation.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
Not enough data.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The only term related to the economy is the correction of "dividends" in the explanatory memorandum, which does not provide grounds for the analysis of economic viewpoints.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The speaker focuses on issues concerning the legal system and the accountability of state officials, which more broadly affect public confidence in governance. Specific traditional social issues (e.g., education, immigration, family policy) are not addressed.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
His primary legislative focus is supporting and advancing the bill concerning the Prosecutor's Office, which he co-sponsored. He concentrates on the procedural correctness of the legislative process, highlighting the slow progress of the draft law and technical errors (such as an incorrect effective date and a typographical error) to ensure the professionalism of the Riigikogu's work.
2 Speeches Analyzed