Session Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
2025-11-06
Political Position
The political position is strongly opposed to e-voting, emphasizing that it is not applicable in democratic states and threatens the nation's democratic trajectory. This stance is value-based, focusing on the requirements of Article 60 of the Constitution, which stipulates the universality, equality, and directness of elections. The speaker demands the abolition of e-voting because it does not comply with constitutional requirements.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of constitutional law, accurately citing the provisions of § 60 of the Constitution regarding elections. Furthermore, he possesses knowledge of international practice, providing examples from state visits where democratic nations have rejected the implementation of e-voting. He highlights the fundamental and recurring pitfalls associated with e-voting.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is confrontational, demanding, and critical, especially when addressing the chairman of the Constitutional Committee. Logical appeals based on the text of the constitution are used, alongside emotional accusations, labeling the opposing side's arguments a "matter of faith." The speaker uses strong language, implying that incidents occurring in Estonia would be criminal elsewhere in the world.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is an active questioner during plenary sessions, focusing on recurring issues and addressing direct questions to the Commission Chairman. Previously, he/she participated in a state visit with Jüri Ratas, where they were involved in presenting e-voting.
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Opposition Stance
The primary opposition targets proponents of e-voting, particularly the chairman of the Constitutional Committee, who is being criticized for failing to uphold the duty to protect the constitution. The criticism is intense and substantive, accusing opponents of ignoring repeated and potentially criminal vulnerabilities. There is no willingness to compromise, as they demand the complete abolition of e-elections.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (the Estonian Constitution) and international comparisons, stressing that other democratic countries have rejected e-voting. The experience of a state visit is mentioned, which confirms the international opposition to e-voting.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
Attention is focused on the fundamental principles of democracy and the reliability of elections, emphasizing that e-voting may not keep the country on a democratic course. The trustworthiness of elections is treated as a constitutional and democratic value, not as a matter of faith.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is aimed at abolishing e-elections, as they do not meet constitutional requirements. The speaker is an active opponent of the current electoral system, demanding one hundred percent proof of its constitutional compliance.
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