Session Profile: Kalle Grünthal
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
2024-05-09
Political Position
The political position centers on guaranteeing the uniformity and secrecy of elections, while maintaining strong opposition to e-voting. The speaker argues that e-elections violate constitutional principles (citing concerns over identity verification and the potential for vote alteration) and demands their abolition. The political framework is heavily value-based and procedural, focusing on ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates detailed expertise in the area of suffrage and constitutional interpretation, referencing Article 60 of the Constitution and Supreme Court proceedings. He/She focuses on the technical and procedural specificities of elections (the face verification required for paper ballots versus the ID card validity check for e-voting) and presents detailed legal arguments.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is combative, sharp, and accusatory, utilizing strong metaphors (Reform Party deputies throw themselves into the defense of e-voting like Aleksandr Matrosov). Legal arguments are interwoven with emotional appeals, accusing opponents of fearing the loss of power and spreading Kremlin talking points.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker actively disputes election procedures, filing complaints with the Supreme Court and sending detailed technical inquiries to the Electoral Service (Arne Koitmäe). He points to his previous success in having a case accepted for proceedings by the Supreme Court and mentions a recent inquiry, the answer to which arrived just the day before.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The primary opponents are the coalition MPs from the Reform Party, who stand accused of defending e-voting solely to ensure their perpetual hold on power. Criticism has also been leveled against Arne Koitmäe, the head of the Electoral Service, who failed to provide answers to crucial technical questions concerning how the secrecy of e-voting is guaranteed.
5 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is evident in the public acknowledgment of like-minded colleagues (Ants Frosch and Varro Vooglaid) for being present in the chamber, highlighting the fact that at least two people are actually in the hall.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed towards the interpretation of the Election Act and the Constitution, with the objective of overturning internet voting (e-elections). This involves filing formal complaints and legally challenging the technical procedures, emphasizing the violation of the principles of electoral uniformity and secrecy.
5 Speeches Analyzed