Session Profile: Kalle Grünthal
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
2024-12-17
Political Position
The political position centers on strong opposition to the current procedure for adopting European Union legal acts, viewing it as potentially unconstitutional. The speaker emphasizes parliamentary sovereignty and criticizes the delegation of powers to the European Union Affairs Committee (ELAK), demanding a legal clarification. The framework of this position is strongly value-based, focusing on guaranteeing constitutionality.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in constitutional law and parliamentary procedure, particularly regarding the ratification of international treaties and the transposition of EU law. They employ specific legal terminology and stress the absolute necessity of assessing constitutional compliance during the processing of draft legislation. This expertise is focused on identifying the legal basis for specific norms and powers.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, critical, and directly interrogative, focusing purely on logical and legal argumentation. The speaker poses pointed questions, demanding specific explanations and references to legal norms in order to challenge the legality of the current procedure. The tone is skeptical and demanding, stressing that objections regarding authorization are known but are not accepted.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The data reveals activity during the plenary session, specifically the submission of two consecutive questions on the same day, both centered on a single, narrow legal issue. This suggests consistent participation in the legislative process, with a clear focus on procedural oversight.
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Opposition Stance
The main opposition is aimed at the current rules of procedure, which permit the European Union Affairs Committee (ELAK) to adopt decisions, and at the coalition MPs who defend this delegation of authority. The criticism is intense and strictly procedural, challenging the Riigikogu's right to delegate such powers. The rapporteur is also considered an opponent, as they refuse to assess the constitutionality of the draft bill.
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Collaboration Style
Data is scarce.
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Regional Focus
The focus is exclusively on national and international legal issues concerning the role of the Estonian parliament in the transposition of European Union law. There is absolutely no reference to local or regional topics.
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Economic Views
Data is lacking.
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Social Issues
Data is scarce.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is centered on ensuring the legal accuracy of the bill's proceedings and its adherence to the constitution, particularly regarding the transposition of EU legal acts. The speaker acts as a procedural opponent and overseer, demanding that the constitutionality of the draft law be assessed during its consideration.
2 Speeches Analyzed