Session Profile: Züleyxa Izmailova
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
2024-11-11
Political Position
The political position is strongly rooted in environmental protection and the polluter pays principle, demanding an end to the socialization of costs associated with the extraction and burning of fossil fuels. The speaker sharply opposes Bill 450, which seeks to restrict abortion rights, calling it a waste of time and a distraction, while emphasizing women's right to self-determination. The political framework is clearly value-based, focusing on the protection of future generations and the environment.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in the field of environmental health and reproductive health, utilizing detailed knowledge of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs). The arguments are supported by statistical data concerning the decline in the number of abortions, the reasons for termination (economic factors, partner pressure), and cancer registry statistics. A separate emphasis is placed on the impact of chemicals on fetal development and male fertility, showcasing a technical deep dive into the subject matter.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is sharp, critical, and forceful, combining scientific and statistical arguments with strong emotional and direct appeals. Polarizing and personal language is directed toward opponents ("pull your heads out of the wombs of foreign women") to emphasize the bill's irrelevance. The speaker stresses the immediate need to address climate change and improve the environmental situation, thereby creating a sense of urgency.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The data indicates active participation in the plenary session held in November 2024, during which two substantive and lengthy speeches were delivered. The speeches covered both environmental and economic matters, as well as social and healthcare issues, pointing to a broad scope of interest.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The main criticism is directed at the initiators of Draft Law 450 (EKRE MPs), who are accused of engaging in displacement activities and are given a sharp personal recommendation to stop interfering in decisions concerning women's bodies. There is also opposition to the socialization of costs related to the burning of fossil fuels, demanding that the polluter bears the responsibility.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speaker is addressing the chamber on behalf of the faction, announcing the Social Democrats' unified opposition to Draft Legislation 450. They also referenced the previous statements made by their colleagues, which demonstrates a certain level of internal cooperation within the faction and the harmonization of their arguments.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is directed towards national social and healthcare issues (Estonian women's health, the Health Insurance Fund) and the broader international theme of environmental and climate change. Specific local or regional projects or communities are not mentioned.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The polluter pays principle is supported, requiring profit-making polluters to bear the costs associated with fossil fuel extraction. The economic situation is highlighted as a significant factor behind reproductive health decisions, with the financial situation being cited as the reason for 31.2% of pregnancy terminations.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Strong support for women's reproductive rights and the right to self-determination, emphasizing the crucial importance of access to safe abortion. Social issues are addressed more broadly, highlighting how economic status, partner pressure, and violence influence reproductive decisions. The protection of the rights of unborn children is directly tied to safeguarding the welfare of those already born and protecting the environment.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is opposing Bill 450 (restricting abortion), which the Social Democratic faction will not support. Priority is being set on regulating environmental pollution and chemicals that damage the endocrine system, as well as taking action against climate change. The speaker seeks to direct legislative attention toward the issue of socialized environmental costs.
2 Speeches Analyzed