Session Profile: Mart Helme
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
2025-11-06
Political Position
The most salient topic is the legitimacy and contestability of e-elections, which the speaker views as potentially large-scale electoral fraud. The position is sharply oppositional, centering on the violation of democratic procedures and the principles of the rule of law. The focus is value-based, stressing the necessity of gaining clarity on whether this constitutes a success story or a deception.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates competence regarding the legal and procedural hurdles involved in challenging e-elections. Particular emphasis is placed on the circularity of deadlines, which essentially prevents challenges from reaching the Supreme Court. Reference is made to a specific number—over 30 challenges—that the Supreme Court has not accepted for review.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is critical and questioning, employing a rhetorical question to underscore the gravity of the situation. The discourse is formal and focuses on procedural details, dramatically contrasting the "success story" and "election fraud." The tone is urgent and demands clarity regarding the true nature of e-elections.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active in the plenary session and closely monitors legal developments concerning e-elections. Reference is made to a recent Supreme Court ruling, which demonstrates continuous engagement with the current events surrounding the topic.
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Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is aimed at state institutions, particularly the Supreme Court and the electoral service, which have implemented procedural rules that effectively prevent the challenging of e-elections. The criticism is both systemic and procedural, alleging that the system lacks transparency and obstructs democratic oversight.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker acknowledges the presenter and other parties who are waging a fight regarding the issue of e-elections, noting that "it is not only EKRE that is fighting this battle." This indicates a readiness to recognize and potentially support others who share the same objective in criticizing the e-voting system.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on the necessity of amending the election law and procedural norms to guarantee the possibility of challenging e-voting results. The speaker is an intense opponent of the current legal framework, which prevents the use of legal remedies.
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