Agenda Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
The economic situation
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
Political Position
The most crucial issue is the strict adherence to the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act, particularly regarding the exclusive right of the Estonian language within the chamber. The political position is strongly value-driven and rooted in procedural rules, emphasizing the legal obligation to intervene when a foreign language is used. This stance is strongly opposed to the actions taken by the Prime Minister and the inaction of the session chair.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the work organization and procedural rules of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), specifically citing the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act. The expertise also encompasses language norms, as the Russian term "rubilnik" is immediately translated into Estonian ("lüliti," meaning switch). This knowledge is utilized to define the duties of the presiding officer of the session.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, critical, and focuses on procedural correctness, emphasizing statutory obligations. The tone is direct and confrontational, presenting demands for intervention. The appeals are purely logical and based on the provisions of the law.
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Activity Patterns
There is too little data.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at the Prime Minister for the use of a Russian word, and also at the presiding officer of the session, who is heavily criticized for failing to intervene despite a breach of procedural rules. The criticism is intense and centers on procedural and linguistic correctness.
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Collaboration Style
There is too little data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is strictly at the national level and on the internal procedural order of the Riigikogu.
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Economic Views
There is too little data.
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Social Issues
The only social topic addressed is the status of the Estonian language and the obligation to use it in the Riigikogu chamber. The speaker strongly supports the strict adherence to language norms and the exclusion of foreign languages (Russian) from parliamentary work, emphasizing the necessity of complying with the law.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on demanding compliance with existing procedural rules and the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act. The speaker positions themselves as an advocate for upholding the law, criticizing breaches and demanding that the session chair fulfill their statutory obligations.
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