Agenda Profile: Maria Jufereva-Skuratovski
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (104 OE), titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Remove the So-Called Bronze Soldier Statue from Public Space"
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position focuses on questioning the legislative focus and selectivity of the other faction (EKRE) concerning the removal of historical monuments. The stance is largely procedural and calls for an explanation, asking why the Bronze Soldier monument, specifically, is being addressed, rather than other sites.
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Topic Expertise
Subject matter expertise is limited to knowledge of the ongoing legislative process and the discussions held in the committee. Specific data, statistics, or technical terms are not used; the focus remains on procedural matters.
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Rhetorical Style
The style of address is formal and interrogative, respectfully directed toward the session chair and the rapporteur. A direct question is posed to gain clarity regarding the selectivity of the legislative initiative; the tone is neutral and procedural.
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Activity Patterns
Patterns of Activity: Participates in a Riigikogu session by asking a question during the first reading of a legislative bill. Data on the frequency or other public appearances is unavailable.
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Opposition Stance
The primary confrontation is with the EKRE faction, whose legislative selectivity and motives concerning the draft bill for the removal of the Bronze Soldier are being called into question. The criticism is directed at the validity of the bill’s focus and is primarily procedural.
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Collaboration Style
Insufficient information.
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level, addressing the issue of removing a historical symbol (the Bronze Soldier) of nationwide importance. There is no regional or local focus.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The topic of historical memory and the removal of Soviet-era monuments, which is a significant social issue, is being addressed. The approach taken here is procedural, focusing specifically on the selection criteria used by the bill's initiator.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) draft resolution (104 DR), which concerns the removal of the Bronze Soldier statue from public space. The speaker's role is to raise questions regarding the legislative scope and selectivity of the resolution's initiator (EKRE).
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