By Agendas: Andre Hanimägi

Total Agendas: 101

Fully Profiled: 101

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2025-10-08
Third reading of the Draft Act supplementing the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is at times surprised and defensive, responding to criticism that depicts the system as an overly broad surveillance operation. Logical and procedural appeals are employed, highlighting the bill's third reading and the work carried out by the Legal Affairs Committee. The arguments put forth by opponents are labeled as "pure fear-mongering" and untrustworthy.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is critical and challenging, posing direct questions to the minister regarding the justification of the government's choices. The appeal is strongly logical, focusing on the internal contradiction within the government's policy (VAT versus income tax). The tone is formal and relies on facts and authorities.
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2025-09-24
Second reading of the draft law amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The style is rational and persuasive, while simultaneously stressing the urgency of the PPA's needs, calling the system an "absolutely essential instrument." The speaker employs logical arguments (institutional approval, the balance of necessity) and emotional appeals (referencing kidnappings and major robberies). He dismisses the opponents' rhetoric of a "surveillance society" as inadequate, urging the audience toward rational thought.
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2025-09-23
Inquiry regarding the cessation of number plate recognition cameras (no. 793)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is critical, direct, and at times indignant, voicing frustration with the sluggishness and confusion surrounding the government's actions ("strange, to put it mildly," "completely over the top"). The appeals are primarily logical, relying on the needs put forward by the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) and legal arguments, but they also incorporate an emotional emphasis on the necessity of security. Rhetorical questions are employed to challenge the minister’s decisions.
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2025-09-22
Inquiry Regarding the Bringing of Swedish Prisoners to Estonia (No. 792)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is initially conciliatory and even humorous, praising the Prime Minister's "stand-up momentum" and noting the possibility of commending politicians regardless of their party affiliation. Subsequently, the style becomes logical and demanding, focusing on the strategic question regarding the long-term plan. A direct form of questioning is used ("How do you see this long-term?").
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2025-09-17
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA) Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The style is formal, analytical, and procedural, focusing on the communication of the Legal Affairs Committee’s deliberations and procedural decisions. Logical arguments are employed, contrasting various legal positions and emphasizing the normal progression of the democratic process (the Supreme Court). The text concludes with a strong, value-based summary, stressing that the law is not directed against belief, but rather serves to support the continued existence of the state.
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2025-09-16
The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The language register is formal and respectful, directly addressing the Chancellor of Justice. The style is analytical, focusing on seeking legal solutions and balancing the social problem (ethicality) with the legal aspect. The tone is inquisitive and solution-oriented.
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2025-09-15
An inquiry regarding the hindrance of development in the defence industry (no 783)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and direct, employing critical and probing questions in the form of a ministerial inquiry. The tone is concerned and emphasizes the loss of time, relying on logical arguments and references to authoritative sources (the industrial association, the prime minister). The style is geared toward establishing specific facts concerning the lost investments.
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2025-09-11
The Financial Supervision Authority's 2024 Report

15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting

The style is formal and respectful towards the Financial Supervisory Authority, but becomes demanding and urgent concerning the legislative delays. The appeal is primarily logical and fact-based, relying on data (inconsistent court practice, the increasing trend of fraud) to support political solutions. The address concludes with a direct and intense call for the draft law to be taken out of the drawer.
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Act of Obligations (621 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and procedural, especially when communicating the committee's work and decisions, respectfully addressing those present in the chamber and online viewers. A balance is struck between logical arguments (lack of analysis, interpretation of the directive) and value-based positions, emphasizing that the banks "are not so much to be pitied" and that the Riigikogu has a duty to stand up for the people.
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Holiday and Commemoration Day Act (636 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The language used is polite and formal, involving respectful address toward both the manager and the presenter, and offering thanks for the substantive answers provided. The style is analytical and focused on questions, with the goal of gathering logical and meaningful information regarding economic and health segments.
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2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The speaker's style is direct, demanding, and slightly critical, expressing an expectation for greater ministerial proactivity ("I would have expected the Minister of Health to be on the barricades as well"). Figurative language and metaphors are employed, such as "plenty of cheers" and "a massive, massive hole," to underscore the critical funding needs of the Health Insurance Fund (Tervisekassa) and the misplaced optimism displayed by other politicians.
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2025-09-09
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is critical and demanding, posing a direct question to the minister regarding his capacity to manage large sums of money in the future. Formal language is employed, appealing to logical arguments and citing previous financial irregularities as supporting evidence. The tone is one of concern and focuses heavily on demanding accountability.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry Regarding the Development of Nuclear Energy in Estonia (No. 786)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is analytical and interrogative, focusing on logical arguments and the avoidance of financial risks. The tone is formal and instructive, requesting clarification and a "short course" from the minister regarding the nuclear power plant's suitability for the energy balance. Emotional appeals are not utilized; the emphasis is placed on data and practical sensibility.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the government's plans to increase immigration (no. 791)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, addressing the minister directly. The speaker employs logical argumentation, contrasting the established number of exceptions with the necessity for new quotas. The tone is cautious, analytical, and centers on political rationality.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the loss of essential banking services from county centers (no. 773)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is initially unusual and attention-grabbing (a reference to Lauri Laats), but quickly shifts to being critical and analytical. Logical argumentation is employed, emphasizing data concerning regional wage disparity to prove the growth of inequality. The conclusion is direct and demanding, presenting a challenge to the Minister of Regional Affairs.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding regulations concerning end-of-life issues (no. 766)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, serious, and pressing, emphasizing the profound ethical and legal gravity of the subject ("a very difficult topic"). Both logical arguments (a legal vacuum, the necessity of cooperation) and emotional rhetorical questions (why people turn to complete strangers) are employed. The text concludes by expressing hope for a constructive discussion.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The style of address is formal and businesslike during the submission of bills, but becomes critical and concerned during parliamentary inquiries. It utilizes logical arguments and references to legislation or judicial precedents (e.g., the Supreme Court ruling on procedural assistance and means of suicide). When criticizing the government's actions, sharp expressions are employed, such as "ominous thought" and "disorderly course of action," demanding political responsibility.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is urgent, critical, and compelling, emphasizing the seriousness and danger of the situation. It employs both logical arguments (such as legal clarity and daily surveillance in shopping centers) and strong emotional appeals, citing examples of victims of serious crimes. The Interior Minister's decision is referred to as a "very, very dangerous game."
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2025-06-18
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a Proposal to the Government of the Republic" (630 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style is urgent, serious, and empathetic, emphasizing the severity of the scams and the victims’ losses ("burial funds"). Both logical arguments (the necessity of coordination, comparison with other action plans) and personal examples (a scam email received from a colleague) are employed to highlight the universality of the problem. The speaker utilizes rhetorical questions to dismiss the opposing party's individualistic arguments.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Churches and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) - Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is explanatory, serious, and at times convincingly repetitive, designed to dispel any misinterpretations regarding the purpose of the draft legislation. Strong logical and theological appeals are employed, stressing that the bill concerns the institution, not faith. The text concludes with a more emotional address to believers, aimed at alleviating their fears and offering an official state explanation.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and pragmatic, stressing the necessity of approaching the subject practically and logically rather than emotionally. The speaker frames criticism as questions, focusing on procedural clarity and transparency to ensure that concerns are addressed.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker’s style is formal, procedural, and explanatory, which is typical of a committee rapporteur. He relies heavily on logical arguments, referencing protocols, the explanatory memorandum, and the ministry’s positions, in order to address criticism regarding unconstitutionality. The tone is generally neutral and respectful, even when quoting the arguments of opponents, although there is a brief apology for the choice of language ("my head is hot and I think I also have a bit of a fever").
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2025-06-11
Second reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is passionate, sharply critical, and direct, combining logical argumentation (salary data, tax calculations) with an emotional appeal for justice. Rhetorical questions and direct address (e.g., aimed at Lauri Laats) are used repeatedly to highlight the opponents' inconsistencies and foolishness. The tone expresses concern regarding regional inequality, yet remains combative.
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2025-06-11
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The style is formal and inquisitive, addressing the esteemed Vice-Chairman and the Minister. The speaker employs a logical approach, relying on historical facts (specific dates and media references) to establish the context of the debate. The objective is to achieve transparency and accountability by posing structured questions regarding the government's internal agreements and delays.
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2025-06-11
About coping

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.

The style is confrontational and critical, leveling direct questions and accusations at the prime minister. Strong and emotional language is used, such as the accusation of killing off regional policy. The speaker relies on a logical contradiction (the unequal treatment of Tallinn and rural areas) and demands clarification regarding the government's political rationale.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry regarding a network of number plate recognition cameras and the associated database (no. 756)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is urgent, critical, and at times confrontational, employing strong language like "screw-up" and "political hot air." The speaker attempts to balance logical arguments (the legality of evidence, the system's utility) with emotional conviction (the system has saved lives), stressing rationality and the system's importance. A charged element is the accusation of spreading "phobia" regarding the surveillance society.
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2025-06-05
Draft law amending the Road Traffic Act (616 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker's style is logical and forceful, stressing the need to improve the situation because the current system "isn't working." He draws a contrast between Tallinn (a problematic major city) and rural areas (where regulation isn't as necessary) to justify the specific needs of local municipalities. He is critical of the government and the Reform Party, accusing them of engaging in an emotional political game concerning the powers of Mupo (the Municipal Police).
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2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is urgent and concerned, stressing the severity of the housing crisis and its impact on young people and birth rates. A balanced blend of logical arguments (statistics) and emotional appeal (the address to young people on the balcony) is employed, while simultaneously maintaining a formal and analytical tone. It is repeatedly emphasized that this is the result of systemic omissions.
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2025-06-03
Inquiry Regarding the Establishment of Tallinn Hospital (no 762)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The rhetorical style is formal, yet the tone is critical and urgent, particularly regarding the government's indecisiveness. Figurative language (e.g., "ping-pong") is employed to describe political stalling. The appeal is primarily logical, focusing on procedural delays and their negative impact on investment planning.
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2025-06-03
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Safety of Care Homes (no. 750)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, addressing the minister directly. Moderate urgency is employed, describing the panicked situation of social workers and families, but the focus remains on inquiring about political solutions and plans.
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2025-05-21
The Minister of Energy and Environment's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The style is analytical and interrogative, posing a direct question to the minister that is rooted in earlier political dialogue with the prime minister. The address is formal and logical, focusing on technical argumentation (the question of governability) rather than emotional appeals. The tone is measured and deliberate, while simultaneously partially acknowledging the opposing side’s arguments.
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2025-05-21
Draft law (642 SE) for withdrawing from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The rhetorical style is serious, rational, and persuasive, balancing the acknowledgement of humanitarian values with pragmatic security logic. Formal language and references to international law and the experience of Ukraine are employed to underscore the inevitability of the decision. The speaker also directly addresses objections (letters received in mailboxes), demonstrating an understanding yet resolute stance.
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2025-05-15
Draft law (610 SE) for amending the Nature Conservation Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (Nature assessment) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and deferential, directed toward the minister and the deputy chairman. The tone is one of concern rather than confrontation, focusing on the analytical presentation of questions concerning the practical implications of the law and compensation.
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2025-05-14
Reconsideration of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA), Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The style is formal, procedural, and analytical, reflecting the role of the legal committee's rapporteur. The speaker employs logical arguments and legal terminology, while simultaneously attempting to de-escalate political rhetoric (e.g., the claim that "the state is fighting nuns"). He/She focuses on facts and summarizing the committee's discussions, rather than emotional appeals.
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2025-05-13
Draft law amending the Courts Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve the administration of courts) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The style is analytical, serious, and interrogative, directed straight at the minister. The appeals are primarily logical, focusing on procedural risks and consequences (the shifting of responsibility, the complexity of securing the budget). The speakers use the form of a question to express their concern, thereby emphasizing the significance of the political role.
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2025-05-12
Inquiry regarding potential amendments to the Arms Act (No. 755)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The style is formal, analytical, and cautious, addressing the Minister respectfully while still posing critical and direct questions. The focus is placed on logical argumentation and risk analysis, emphasizing that an increase in the quantity of weapons does not automatically equate to greater security. The speaker demands an open and "honest" debate regarding the social consequences of increasing the number of weapons.
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2025-05-08
Implementation of the Minister of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 submission "Fundamental Principles of Criminal Policy until 2030"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker’s rhetorical style is direct, formal (due to the address to the Vice-Chairman and the Minister), and morally charged, describing the scamming of the elderly as "especially despicable." The appeal targets both emotions (the large sums of money lost by the victims) and logic, by presenting concrete political proposals for finding solutions.
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2025-05-06
The Minister of Finance's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the development directions of the public service in 2024)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style is formal and analytical, presenting direct and challenging questions to the minister. The speaker uses strong language when quoting ("brutal cuts"), but the overall tone is logical and demands specific information regarding the scope of the cuts and public sector savings. Emotional appeals are not used; the focus is strictly on facts and accountability.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the future of the ferry connection (no. 739)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The tone is formal (addressing the chairman and the minister), but expresses mild frustration regarding the repetition of the subject ("Year after year, we have exactly the same issue"). It uses direct questions and emphasizes a logical, numbers-based solution, referring to the political debate as "pointless arguing."
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2025-05-06
Inquiry regarding the reorganization of Kehtna Vocational Education Centre and Vana-Vigala Technical and Service School (no 733)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The style of the address is formal and respectful ("Dear Minister!"), yet simultaneously critical and urgent. Logical argumentation is employed, linking the school closure to economic deficiencies and the issue of foreign labor. Emotional emphasis is added by referring to the closure as "a very big blow."
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2025-05-05
Inquiry Regarding Rural Areas (no. 713)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal, respectful, and inquisitive, addressing the Minister and the Deputy Chairman. The speaker is logical and focuses on obtaining information regarding specific political solutions (programs, tax exemptions). The tone is businesslike and purposeful, continuing the theme initiated by the previous speaker.
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2025-05-05
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal (addressing the Speaker and the Minister) yet sharply critical and demanding. An ironic, folksy expression ("kaua tehtud kaunikene," meaning "a long time in the making, this beauty") is employed to emphasize the prolonged delay. The appeal is logical, focusing on the fine amounts and legal compliance, and demanding firm answers.
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2025-04-23
Second reading of the draft law amending the Whistleblower Protection Act concerning EU law violations and the International Sanctions Act (EU restrictive measures directive) (584 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is neutral, formal, and focuses on conveying facts from the legal committee hearing. The speaker primarily employs logical and procedural arguments, referencing the committee's deliberations and decisions. The tone is businesslike and procedural, avoiding emotional appeals.
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2025-04-22
The Minister of Culture's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of "The Fundamentals of Estonian Sports Policy until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The style is direct and questioning, starting with a slight apology for the unusual nature of the topic ("they look at me strangely"). The speaker uses logical arguments and concrete examples to emphasize the importance of the subject, presenting a specific policy question to the minister at the end. The tone is constructive, but critical regarding the ministry's current focus.
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2025-04-17
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government to reduce the VAT on foodstuffs to 9 percent" (579 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is demanding, persistent, and analytical, focusing on obtaining substantive answers. Sharp criticism is directed at the opposing side, accusing them of stirring up political hot air and failing to answer questions. The presenter is also criticized for a procedural failure (reading directly from the script).
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2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The rhetorical style is formal and analytical, balancing acknowledgement of the "Estonia 2035" objectives with sharp criticism regarding the resolution of current problems. Specific examples are used (Pihlakodu, the cabling of parking lots) alongside references to authoritative bodies (the Auditor General, the European Court, the Labour Inspectorate) to strengthen the arguments. The tone is predominantly serious and demanding, encompassing both procedural elements and strong moral appeals (human dignity, sense of justice).
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2025-04-10
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Road Traffic Act with the Basic Law.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The tone of the address is direct, solution-oriented, and respectful, specifically directed towards the Chancellor of Justice. Emphasis is placed on logical appeal, highlighting the necessity of avoiding unreasonable administrative procedures and establishing a functional legal solution that is genuinely enforceable.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The language style is formal, procedural, and analytical, fitting the role of the committee rapporteur. Emphasis is placed on logical arguments, the presentation of details (voting results, participants), and the explanation of legal principles (e.g., the role of the court), all while maintaining a neutral and measured tone. Emotional appeals are avoided, with the focus remaining strictly on facts and procedures.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and procedural, presenting a clarifying question to the speaker. The tone is analytical and measured, focusing on the logical question concerning the quantification of the scope and impact of the changes.
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2025-03-20
Draft law (583 SE) for the first reading regarding accession to the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women and approval of amendment to Article 20, paragraph 1, of the Convention.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and respectful ("Mr. Chairman! Esteemed Minister!"), yet it incorporates subtle political irony regarding the minister's competence and past decisions. The appeal is logical and focuses on clarifying specific procedural matters (the existence of legal loopholes) with the goal of avoiding bureaucracy.
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2025-03-20
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to close the temporary control line between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation" (562 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker's style is formal and analytical, employing logical arguments and citing specific laws. He/She poses direct rhetorical questions to cast doubt on the opposing party's confidence in security agencies. The overall tone is respectful, yet simultaneously challenging.
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2025-03-19
Draft law amending the Penal Code and other laws in connection therewith (sanctions violations) (441 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, procedural, and analytical, focusing on legislative details and the summation of committee deliberations. The speaker employs logical appeals, explaining the rationale behind decisions, the compromises made, and the achievement of consensus, while strictly avoiding emotional language. The tone is informative and thorough, emphasizing repeated discussion and careful consideration.
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Political Parties Act and the Credit Institutions Act (585 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, analytical, and procedural, focusing on the stages of the legislative process and the potential for amendments to refine the bill. Logical arguments and fact-based explanations are employed (e.g., concerning the composition of the ERJK), becoming defensive when refuting opponents' claims regarding the partiality of the ERJK. The tone is constructive, yet skeptical about the complete resolution of complex regulatory issues (e.g., the definition of stakeholders).
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Code of Civil Procedure (493 SE), second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The style is formal, informative, and procedural, focusing on the neutral reporting of the work and decisions of the Legal Affairs Committee. The speaker employs logical argumentation, referencing previous Riigikogu decisions and the Chancellor of Justice’s position regarding unconstitutionality. Emphasis is placed on procedural details and the precise reporting of voting results (e.g., 6 in favor, 1 against).
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2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style is formal and polite (starting by wishing the Prime Minister "jõudu tööle," a traditional Estonian greeting wishing strength to their work), but critical and procedural in content. The focus is on logical arguments and the absence of data, utilizing direct questions regarding the improvement of the government's administrative capacity.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal, explanatory, and informative, which suits the role of the commission's rapporteur. He/She uses a balanced approach, combining legal logic (referencing laws and protocols) with emotional reassurance, assuring the Orthodox faithful that they will not be condemned. The tone is serious and concerned, especially regarding the actions of Patriarch Kirill, which have created a complex situation.
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2025-02-18
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (535 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is defensive-offensive, incorporating both philosophical discussions (democracy as the art of compromise) and sharp criticism aimed at the opposition. Personal appeals ("Andrei") and irony (a reference to draft legislation created using AI) are employed, while simultaneously stressing political realism and responsibility.
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2025-02-12
Draft law amending the Code of Criminal Procedure and other laws (optimization of court proceedings and publicity of court decisions) (560 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style is formal, analytical, and commendatory, offering praise to the Ministry of Justice and the ministers for the reform. The argumentation is primarily logical, focusing on a detailed explanation of the problems (the increasing length of proceedings) and the mechanisms of the draft legislation. A cautious tone is employed regarding the public disclosure of judicial decisions, emphasizing the need for clear guidelines.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (539 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is critical and analytical, focusing on logical arguments regarding the budget's impact and the quality of legislation. Strong, confrontational language is employed against the opposition's claims, specifically labeling their budget calculations a "total lie" and the draft bill itself a mockery of the issue. The speaker stresses the necessity of preparatory work and substantive analysis.
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2024-12-16
Overview of the Implementation of the Fundamentals of Criminal Policy until 2030

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker's style is formal, typical of parliamentary discourse, but the tone is concerned and at times urgent, particularly on the topic of juvenile violence. They utilize both logical arguments (defending the budget, statistics) and emotional appeals (cases that have shocked society, vigilantism) to emphasize the need for stricter measures. They raise questions and highlight contradictions (statistics versus egregious cases, law versus justice).
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2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Code of Civil Procedure and other laws (establishing procedure for collective redress actions) – second reading (334 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, neutral, and procedural, making it suitable for the role of rapporteur for the legal commission. The focus is on logical appeal, presenting summaries of the commission's deliberations, consensus decisions, and the course of proceedings. Emotional or personal appeals are not employed; the emphasis is placed solely on communicating facts and decisions.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is rational, deliberate, and constructive, emphasizing the need to avoid emotionalism when amending the constitution. The speaker employs logical arguments and legal terminology, calling for compromise and the search for consensus in order to calm and stabilize society.
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2024-11-19
Draft law amending the Code of Civil Procedure and, in consequence thereof, amending the Act on the Application of the Code of Civil Procedure and the Enforcement Procedure Act (493 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is formal, detailed, and procedural, focusing on the neutral presentation of the bill's history and the legal committee's discussion. The speaker uses logical arguments, explaining the purpose of the amendment and the objections (e.g., regarding the increase in workload), while refraining from emotional appeals.
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2024-11-14
Draft Law Amending the Penal Code (490 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is analytical, challenging, and persistent, employing repetitive questioning to test the opposing side's proposed solutions and arguments. The speaker attempts to neutralize the opponent's appeals to nationalism and anecdotal evidence, instead focusing on logical appeals and the clarification of legal definitions. The tone remains formal and centered on the substantive point of debate.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the Land Register Act (467 SE) - third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is concerned, questioning, and expresses perplexity, reacting to the irrelevance of the opposing side's arguments. Direct rhetorical questions are employed to call into question the focus of the debate and the identity of the draft legislation under consideration. The tone is formal and centers on logical and procedural consistency.
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2024-11-06
Second reading of the draft law amending the Land Register Act (467 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal, informative, and procedural, focusing on the detailed reporting of the work of the legal committee and the processing of amendments. A logical appeal is employed, presenting a fact-based overview of consensual decisions and technical changes to the draft law. The tone is neutral and explanatory, avoiding emotional or personal appeals.
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2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Code of Civil Procedure Implementation Act and the Enforcement Proceedings Implementation Act (439 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The language used is formal and analytical, focusing on conveying the work of the Legal Affairs Committee and the opinion of the Government of the Republic. The tone is fact-based and logical, employing legal terminology, and appeals to the necessity of legal certainty. In the rejoinder, the tone shifts to defensive in order to emphasize the consensus nature of the committee's decisions and correct potential misinterpretations regarding the deadlines for review petitions.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the Prison Law (506 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal, detailed, and centered on procedural reporting, with the aim of thoroughly dissecting the matters discussed by the commission. The speaker employs a logical and neutral tone, emphasizing the communication of facts and consensus-based decisions. Emotional or personal appeals are entirely absent.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The style of the speech is formal and respectful, utilizing the salutations "Dear Chairman!" and "Respected Minister!" The tone is primarily analytical and inquisitive, balancing a brief political commentary (praising the rejection of the alternative) with a direct and detailed question aimed at confirming the facts ("Is this true?").
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2024-10-10
Draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.

Translation is missing: Kõneleja toon on murelik ja selgitav, rõhutades parlamendis valitsevat suurt segadust seaduseelnõu sisu osas. Stiil on loogiline ja keskendub poliitika täpsusele, kasutades otsekoheseid väiteid kehtiva seaduse kohta. Eesmärk on vältida emotsionaalselt laetud, kuid ebatäpset muljet (pedofiilide lubamine tööle).
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Penal Code and other laws in consequence thereof (offence-based sanctions) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The style is formal, neutral, and informative, focusing on conveying the discussion and procedural decisions of the Legal Affairs Committee to the plenary session. The address is logical and fact-based, emphasizing consensus and procedural steps. Emotional appeals are absent.
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2024-09-25
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2024 presentation on the implementation of the state’s long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker's style is formal and respectful, directly addressing the minister ("Esteemed Minister!"). The rhetoric is logical and focuses on identifying concrete market failures, presenting issues in the form of questions and demanding an action plan for their remedy.
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2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and respectful, yet simultaneously anxious and serious, characterizing the situation as "quite worrying" and "ominous." The speaker employs powerful, generalizing figurative language to frame a systemic problem, concluding with a direct question that demands shared responsibility for finding solutions.
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2024-09-16
2024 Report by the Minister of the Interior on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The rhetorical style is serious, analytical, and urgent, emphasizing the complexity and diversity of threats (the migration wave, AI, destabilization attempts). It employs both logical arguments (the necessity of a flexible structure and competitive compensation) as well as emotional appeals (referencing the attack on the minister's car and the high credibility of the institutions). The overall tone is concerned but constructive, urging preparedness.
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2024-06-13
Financial Supervision Authority 2023 Annual Report

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The style is formal and acknowledging, thanking the Bank of Estonia and the Financial Supervision Authority for their consumer-centric approach. However, the tone is concerned and demanding regarding the delay in establishing the financial ombudsman and the situation involving lending through uncontrolled social media. Both logical arguments (regulatory standards) and emotional appeals (falling into the debt trap) are utilized.
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2024-06-13
Bank of Estonia 2023 Report

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The style is formal and interrogative, aimed at obtaining expert analysis from the President of the Bank of Estonia. The speaker uses a rhetorical question ("Did we do something wrong?") and emphasizes the topic's broad resonance both in parliament and in homes, thereby lending the issue social weight. The focus is on logical argumentation and clarifying the details.
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2024-06-11
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is inquisitive, reflective, and demands clarification, utilizing a historical narrative (recalling 2008) to highlight contrasts within current politics. The speaker addresses the presenter directly, requesting a brief summary and a rationale for the necessity of the statement, while maintaining a formal and measured tone.
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2024-06-06
Proposal by the Chancellor of Justice for bringing the regulation concerning the building prohibition zone of the Nature Conservation Act into compliance with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is polite, formal, and interrogative, addressing the Vice-Chairman and the Chancellor of Justice directly. The tone is cautious and concerned, focusing on the logical risks associated with exceptions. Rhetorical questions are used to emphasize the need for risk mitigation.
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2024-06-06
Proposal of the Chancellor of Justice for bringing the Code of Civil Procedure into conformity with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, neutral, and reportorial, as the speaker is presenting a summary of the legal committee's debate. They focus on conveying the opposing legal arguments, describing the discussion as "legal ping-pong." Emotional appeals are absent; the emphasis is placed on procedural decisions and logical argumentation.
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2024-05-30
Discussion of the nationally important issue: "How can the state avoid living in debt?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, addressing the Vice-Chairman/Vice-President directly. Logical comparisons (such as a home loan versus national debt) and international examples are used to emphasize the topic's complexity and sheer scale. The tone is analytical, seeking a clear answer to prevailing common perceptions.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is inquisitive, analytical, and moderately skeptical. The speaker employs formal language when addressing the presenter and the manager, and relies on logical appeals, highlighting the contradiction between support and investigation. To underscore the criticism, several rhetorical questions are posed, maintaining a businesslike and non-confrontational tone.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Bill amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The style is formal and serious, acknowledging the emotional nature of the subject matter while focusing on analysis. The speaker employs logical argumentation, posing a question that attempts to establish a causal link between prior inaction and the effect of the current draft bill. The tone is interrogative and demands clarification.
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2024-05-16
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Economic Affairs Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The rhetorical style is formal, parliamentary, and strongly interrogative, directed straight at the presenter to gain clarity regarding political priorities. Logical argumentation is employed, highlighting concrete examples (four-lane highways, drone regulations) to underscore the issues. The tone is concerned and procedural, focusing on the question of whether state mechanisms (the Economic Committee) are sufficiently effective.
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2024-05-15
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Social Welfare Act and Other Acts (Special Welfare Services and Changing the Address of Residence) (421 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The style of discourse is formal, neutral, and strictly informative, focusing on conveying the content of the Social Affairs Committee meeting and procedural decisions to the Riigikogu. It employs objective reporting language, referencing the questions and answers provided by the minister and officials. Emotional appeals or personal judgments are absent.
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2024-05-13
Proposal by the Chancellor of Justice for bringing the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Act, the Credit Institutions Act, the Law of Obligations Act, and the State Fees Act into conformity with the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is serious and concerned, emphasizing the absurdity and urgency of the situation where an individual could be left without a bank account. Both logical arguments (court costs, legal loopholes) and emotional appeals (faith in the rule of law, social exclusion) are utilized. The address is formal and focuses on seeking political solutions, while thanking the Chancellor of Justice for raising the issue.
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2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is analytical, measured, and defensively persuasive, relying primarily on logical arguments, facts, and statistics. The speaker systematically refutes the opposing side's claims, stressing that the criticism has remained unchanged and has lacked supporting evidence for nearly 20 years. The tone is formal and focuses on reframing the threat: the real danger is polarization, not e-elections.
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2024-05-02
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is direct, argumentative, and challenging, utilizing specific quotes and the content of documents as supporting evidence. The speaker concludes their position with a sharp rhetorical question, the purpose of which is to pressure the opposing side and cast doubt on their motives. The tone is rather concerned and cautionary, emphasizing the seriousness of the danger.
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2024-04-18
Discussion of the matter of significant national importance, initiated by the Environmental Committee, titled "The necessity and possibilities of introducing nuclear energy in Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker's rhetorical style is analytical, inquisitive, and constructive. The tone is formal and logical, focusing on procedural thoroughness and posing questions to verify the depth to which alternatives have been considered.
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2024-04-16
The Minister of Culture's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of the "Estonian Sports Policy Fundamentals until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The style is formal and respectful, addressing both the Vice-Chairman and the Minister. It employs a direct and inquisitive tone to inquire into the Minister's conviction and the state's preparations for achieving cultural success.
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2024-04-16
Third Reading of the Draft Act amending the Health Insurance Act and related Acts (Prevention of Incapacity for Work) (Bill 377 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is highly appreciative, optimistic, and consensus-driven, focusing on praising the Ministry of Social Affairs and the Minister. It employs both emotional appeals (parents' sense of security, the presence of loved ones as the best treatment) and logical justifications (flexible return to the labor market). The tone is formal and concentrated, aiming to save time.
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2024-04-09
Report by the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, focusing on identifying political solutions and plans. The tone is constructive, but includes implicit criticism (a reference to the Latvian minister), which is presented in the form of polite hope. The discourse is logical and policy-focused.
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2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is urgent and emotional, utilizing a strong analogy to emphasize the seriousness of the underfunding (the comparison to protests and the impounding of vehicles). The tone is formal (addressing the director and the minister), but critical in substance and aimed at finding a systemic solution.
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2024-02-22
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (287 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is direct, critical, and questioning, repeatedly employing rhetorical questions regarding the opposing side's motives and their trust in the people ("Why take this opportunity away from people?"). The tone is argumentative, emphasizing a logical appeal that power games and changes are constant, even within party coalitions. The speaker uses simple and clear language.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Law on the Denunciation of the Agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation on Legal Assistance and Legal Relations in Civil, Family, and Criminal Matters (362 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaking style is formal and analytical, respectfully addressing both the presiding officer and the rapporteur. Logical argumentation is employed, linking the political decision (the act of denunciation) to broader geopolitical events (the war in Ukraine), while simultaneously posing critical, fact-based questions.
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2024-02-21
Second Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Estonian Cultural Endowment Act and the Gambling Tax Act (338 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The style is a blend of procedural questioning and emotionally charged criticism, with Speaker B being noticeably more passionate and combative. Speaker B employs strong language ("embarrassing," "inadequate behavior") to criticize the waste of taxpayer money, and stresses the logical argument supporting flexibility and rapid decision-making. Speaker A, conversely, is more inquisitive and process-focused.
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2024-02-20
First reading of the draft statement of the Riigikogu "On the Return to Ukraine of Children Deported by Russia" (375 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker employs a personal and emotional introduction in their rhetoric (referencing a child and February 24th) to underscore the gravity of the subject and its human dimension ("a lingering taste of tears"). The tone is serious and concerned, striking a balance between the emotional appeal and concrete questions regarding existing aid and cooperation.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (230 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The tone is analytical and critical, especially regarding banks' excess profits and the government's unstable policy, referencing public resentment and furore. The speaker utilizes logical appeals, drawing upon economic statistical data and citations from the Bank of Estonia's December statistics. The style is formal and thorough, focusing on data-driven argumentation.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill Amending the Act on the Restriction of Acquisition of Immovable Property (284 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The style is analytical and inquisitive, aimed directly at the presenter. The speaker employs a logical appeal, stressing the necessity of determining the actual scope and statistics of the problem. The tone is formal and businesslike, focusing on the shortcomings of the data.
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2024-01-18
Debate on the National Issue of Crucial Importance: "Strong Rural Schools and a Strong School Network"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, analytical, and question-oriented, addressing the minister directly ("Esteemed Chairman, dear Minister"). The speaker focuses on identifying a logical contradiction ("in conflict") and presents their viewpoint in the form of a doubt and a proposal, avoiding emotional appeals.
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2024-01-11
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is inquisitive, constructive, and formal, beginning by expressing support for the presenter's overall approach. The speaker employs logical argumentation, seeking clarification regarding the practical implementation details of the bill (e.g., "a certain time"). The tone is rather neutral and focuses on the specifics of the policy.
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