Agenda Profile: Anti Haugas
Chair implementation
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Political Position
The political stance is heavily centered on the effective implementation of parliamentary rules of procedure and sessions. The speaker sharply criticizes the opposition (EKRE) for their poor attendance and unwillingness to resolve procedural issues, accusing them of "creating a circus." The focus is heavily directed toward the productivity and accountability of the parliament's work.
7 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act, detailing the procedure for presenting draft legislation, the role of the session chairman, and the use of recesses. Furthermore, the speaker is familiar with the procedure for submitting motions to interrupt proceedings. This knowledge is primarily utilized to highlight the opposing side’s procedural errors and to resolve the situation.
7 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is confrontational and sharply critical, employing sarcasm (e.g., the reference to EKRE's "isolation") and strong emotional language ("embarrassing"). The speaker poses logical procedural questions, but their underlying goal is to morally condemn the opponent's actions and accuse them of time-wasting.
7 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker is active during sessions where procedural obstacles arise, particularly in October 2024, when they repeatedly intervened regarding the absence of EKRE. This pattern demonstrates interventions aimed at demanding explanations from the session chair and offering technical solutions.
7 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The main opponent is the EKRE faction, which is being severely criticized for poor attendance (specifically Martin Helme's absence) and deliberate obstruction. The criticism targets both procedural matters and personal conduct, accusing them of creating a "shameful spectacle" and showing an unwillingness to resolve the situation.
7 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is pragmatic when seeking technical solutions (e.g., calling a recess, replacing the session chair) in order to advance the proceedings and ensure time is used reasonably. At the same time, there is a lack of openness to compromise regarding the behavior of the opponent, whom they deem dishonest. The Social Democrats (Sotsid) are mentioned in connection with the potential for a motion to suspend proceedings.
7 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is aimed at ensuring the integrity of the Riigikogu’s rules of procedure and the purity of its proceedings. The speaker addresses issues concerning the rules for reporting on draft legislation and the timing for submitting motions for suspension, operating as a procedural overseer.
7 Speeches Analyzed