Agenda Profile: Mart Helme
Third Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Bill 344 SE)
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position centers on strong opposition to the procedural legality of the bill (344 SE) in question. The speaker asserts that the bill was processed unlawfully, violating the rules of procedure and internal regulations, and promises to definitely repeal it upon a change of government. This is a value-driven position that highlights the violation of the principles of the rule of law.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the legal concepts governing the Riigikogu's procedural rules and working order (the Rules of Procedure and Internal Regulations), as well as the denunciation (repeal) of laws. This knowledge is utilized to identify procedural violations and ensure they are formally recorded in the minutes.
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Rhetorical Style
The speaker's rhetorical style is confrontational and resolute, focusing heavily on legal terminology and procedural rules ("to record for the sake of the protocol," "denunciation"). He uses a threatening tone, promising to repeal the bill in the future should it be adopted. The appeal itself is logical and procedural, rather than emotional.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed at the forces leading the proceedings, who are being criticized for unlawful activity and violating the rules of procedure. The criticism is intense and procedural, promising that if the draft bill is adopted, it will certainly be denounced, which rules out any compromise.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is exclusively on the national level, addressing the legislative procedures of the Riigikogu and amendments to the electoral law.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on preventing the passage of Draft Bill 344 SE (Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Election Act) and establishing its illegality. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, concentrating on violations of procedural norms and vowing its annulment in the future.
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