Agenda Profile: Mart Helme
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (360 OE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Resolution "Formation of the Estonian Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe."
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The most important topic is the approval of the composition of the Estonian delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. The speaker adopted a value-based and controversial position, institutionally supporting the delegation while specifically opposing Indrek Saar's candidacy, which ultimately resulted in an abstention.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the voting procedures and results interpretation of the Riigikogu, correcting the display reading and clarifying the meaning of an abstaining vote. They are knowledgeable about the formation of the delegation and issues concerning specific candidates.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is corrective and explanatory, beginning with the rectification of the voting result. The speaker uses direct and simple language to justify their procedural choice (abstaining) by highlighting a clear logical inconsistency, while avoiding emotional appeals.
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Activity Patterns
There is not enough data.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is specifically directed at Indrek Saar's candidacy, whom the speaker refuses to support. The criticism is personal (against the candidate), not procedural or broad-based.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speaker demonstrates institutional loyalty by avoiding a vote against the Estonian delegation. The willingness to cooperate is conditional, since opposition to a specific candidate precluded full support.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on the international level (the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe) and the national decision-making process. There is no reference whatsoever to local or regional issues.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
There is not enough data.
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Social Issues
There is not enough data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the Riigikogu draft resolution (360 OE), which concerns changing the composition of the Estonian delegation to an international organization. The speaker is a participant in the process who is explaining their voting choice.
1 Speeches Analyzed