Agenda Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political stance is firmly opposed to the expansion of e-voting and m-voting, stressing the necessity of ensuring the absolute reliability and legitimacy of election results. The speaker questions the legitimacy of the current government, arguing that it was established through e-votes, and demands adherence to Article 60 of the Constitution when guaranteeing cybersecurity. The position is strongly value-driven, focusing on the protection of democracy and constitutionalism.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the election law and constitutional requirements, specifically referencing Article 60 of the Constitution and the Supreme Court's guidelines. Technical terms such as "cybersecurity" and "log files" are used, and statistical anomalies (e.g., the activity of elderly voters) are highlighted to prove the unreliability of e-elections.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly combative and critical, emphasizing the gravity of the elections' unreliability and the constitutional violations. Emotional and sharp phrases are employed ("illegitimate government," "steamrolling") while appealing to public trust and democratic legitimacy.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is highly active during the debate on the bill, submitting substantive amendments and engaging in procedural disputes. Obstruction was employed by calling a recess before the vote, and the presiding officer's decisions regarding the order of speakers were protested.
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Opposition Stance
The primary resistance is aimed at the steering committee and the governing coalition, who stand accused of disregarding the constitution and "steamrolling" over proposed amendments. The criticism is intense, spanning from the procedural (justifying obstruction) to the political, ultimately calling the government's legitimacy into question.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is entirely domestic, centered on the integrity of elections, constitutionality, and the operational procedures of the Riigikogu.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is the public's lack of trust in elections, noting that nearly 40% of people do not trust the election results. This is framed as a society-dividing problem that threatens the state's legitimacy and democratic foundation.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the Draft Act on Amendments to the Riigikogu Election Act (344 SE), to which the speaker submitted amendments (e.g., No. 9 and No. 40). The aim was to ensure the compliance of e-voting with the Constitution and the one hundred percent verifiability and legitimacy of the election results.
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