Session Profile: Andre Hanimägi

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

2024-09-17

Political Position
The political focus centers on issues concerning the operation of the justice system and the guarantee of fairness, particularly the worry regarding the risk of wrongful conviction. He/She voiced concern over a foreboding statement included in the Chancellor of Justice's report, suggesting systemic injustice. This stance is value-driven and emphasizes institutional accountability.

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Topic Expertise
The analysis becomes evident when examining the content of the Chancellor of Justice's report and when addressing the accountability of institutions (the Riigikogu, the Minister, and the Chancellor of Justice). The focus is placed on the ethical and operational issues within the legal system, particularly in instances where public concerns have come to light.

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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and respectful, addressing both the Deputy Chairman and the Chancellor of Justice, whom he thanks for bringing people's concerns to the forefront. The tone is serious and concerned, highlighting the "ominous" character of the phrase included in the Chancellor of Justice's report ("nine innocents on the gallows rather than one guilty person in a carriage"). He uses a rhetorical question to direct responsibility toward specific institutions.

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Activity Patterns
We only have data concerning a single question raised during a plenary session, which was addressed to the Chancellor of Justice.

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Opposition Stance
The criticism is not aimed at specific political opponents, but rather at systemic flaws that allow injustice to occur. He/She criticizes the situation where the suffering of the innocent is possible, calling it "concerning."

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Collaboration Style
The cooperative approach seeks an inter-institutional solution, directly asking which body (the Chancellor of Justice, the Riigikogu, or a minister) should assume responsibility for resolving the issue. It expresses the hope that problems can be solved.

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Regional Focus
The focus is on issues concerning national institutions and the legal system.

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Economic Views
Not enough data

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Social Issues
The social focus is directed toward ensuring justice and civil liberties, emphasizing concern over situations where the innocent might suffer. He/She stresses the need to address people's concerns related to the functioning of the justice system.

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Legislative Focus
The focus is on Parliament’s oversight function and, where necessary, initiating future measures to eliminate the systemic errors identified by the Chancellor of Justice. Clarity is being sought regarding how the Riigikogu, the minister, or the Chancellor of Justice should proceed in the future.

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