Agenda Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is strongly value-driven, focusing on defending parliamentarism, the institution of the minister, and the dignity of women. The speaker expresses strong opposition to the minister's conduct, criticizing his "false, arrogant, and haughty" self-justification. This stance is motivated by the defense of the functioning and dignity of institutions.
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Topic Expertise
There is no evidence of expertise in a specific political or technical subject (such as finance), as the address focuses exclusively on procedural conduct and institutional integrity.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone of the speech is critical, emotional, and personal, utilizing self-identification ("as a woman, as a mother of three children") to emphasize the speaker's position. Strong emotional appeals are employed, accusing the opposing side of lying and arrogance, and warning against the decline of institutions.
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Activity Patterns
A single instance of a speech and a question being withdrawn occurred during the debate on the motion of no confidence, suggesting frustration with the procedure and the quality of the responses. Data regarding the frequency or rhythm of other contributions are unavailable.
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Opposition Stance
The primary opposition is aimed at the minister and his conduct, which is described as arrogant, haughty, and dismissive of those asking questions. The criticism is intense and focuses on both personal and procedural deficiencies. The speaker refuses to participate further, citing a lack of trust.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The speaker highlights the protection of women's dignity as a social issue, linking it to the question of the dignity of the institution of parliament and minister. To emphasize their position, personal identity is used ("as a woman, a mother of three children").
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on the parliament's procedural activity (the vote of no confidence) and institutional criticism, not on specific bills or legislative priorities.
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