Agenda Profile: Kalle Grünthal
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Appointment of Martin Triipan as a Member of the Supreme Court" (744 OE)
2025-11-11
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political position centers on a strong concern regarding the conflict arising between the constitutional order and directly applicable European Union regulations. The speaker stresses the necessity of protecting the freedom of speech and assembly, placing these rights above the Ministry of Justice's interpretations concerning EU regulations. The position is clearly value-based, emphasizing fidelity to the constitutional order.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legal matters, particularly regarding the direct applicability of the EU regulation and its impact on Estonian constitutional rights. Technical terms such as "conflict of obligations" are used, and specific legal acts are referenced (the EU regulation on political advertising, entering into force on October 10th).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, analytical, and question-focused, making it suitable for interviewing a Supreme Court candidate. The tone is serious and logical, centering on the presentation of a complex legal conflict, without resorting to emotional appeals. The speaker addresses the candidate respectfully and presents the dilemma in a clearly structured format.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed against the Ministry of Justice's clarification, which appears to restrict the freedom of demonstration (e.g., against the car tax), thereby raising doubts about its constitutional compliance. The disagreement is policy- and interpretation-based, not personal.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (the constitutional order) and the international level (the European Union regulation). There is no regional or local focus.
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Economic Views
Economic views are not explicitly stated, although a political demonstration against the vehicle tax is cited as an example.
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Social Issues
The main social issue is civil liberties, particularly freedom of speech and assembly. The speaker strongly emphasizes the need to protect constitutional freedoms from potential restrictions arising from the interpretation of EU regulations.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed towards resolving conflicts of law and safeguarding the constitutional order. The specific action is the interviewing of the candidate for Supreme Court Justice within the framework of Bill 744 OE, in order to assess their capacity to resolve constitutional dilemmas.
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