Agenda Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
Interpellation concerning Drug-Related Deaths (No. 496)
2024-02-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is firmly against the legalization of cannabis, viewing it as a dangerous and unavoidable stepping stone toward the use of harder drugs. This stance is value-based and stresses the necessity of maintaining the prohibition, based on warnings from specialists. The speaker considers it vital to address the topic of drug-related deaths, describing this effort as "very good and noble."
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of arguments against cannabis legalization, citing authorities such as doctors, the police, and the Health Board. This expertise is founded on the claim that absolutely all specialists confirm that cannabis ultimately leads to the consumption of harder drugs. The discussion of the topic relies on an external professional consensus.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and concerned, beginning with praise for the inquiry but quickly moving to the critical issue. The address concludes with a sharp and demanding question directed at the minister, seeking firm assurance that lobbying is being avoided within government offices. A logical appeal is employed, relying on the shared opinion of specialists.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is participating in the Riigikogu session by posing a question during an interpellation directed at the minister. The pattern of activity indicates a focus on issues concerning drug policy and the impact of lobbying. There is insufficient data to describe the frequency or rhythm of these appearances.
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Opposition Stance
The main opponents are the "cannabis legalization lobbyists," whose activities within the offices of government members are being sought to be preempted and criticized. The opposition is aimed at the promoters of a specific political direction, who are viewed as a threat to the established order and public health. The intensity of the attack is high, demanding a firm commitment from the minister to keep the lobbyists at bay.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker expresses satisfaction with and support for the Minister's current stance on the issue of cannabis legalization, indicating a readiness to back the Minister on this political matter. The nature of the cooperation is conditional, dependent upon the Minister's continued opposition to legalization. Confirmation is sought from the Minister that a unified political line will be maintained.
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Regional Focus
There is too little data.
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Economic Views
There is too little data.
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Social Issues
Sociopolitically, the focus is centered on the fight against narcotics and the strict opposition to the legalization of cannabis. It is stressed that this policy is essential for protecting mental health and public safety, thereby preventing the escalation to harder drugs. While mental health problems are acknowledged, they are treated as separate from the issue of drug legalization.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on maintaining the existing ban and blocking lobbying efforts, rather than initiating new legislation. The action is taking place within the framework of an inquiry concerning drug-related deaths. The speaker is primarily a defender of the existing policy and an opponent of lobbying.
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