Session Profile: Maria Jufereva-Skuratovski

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

2024-01-16

Political Position
The political position is one of inquiry, focusing on the issue of historical monuments (the Bronze Soldier) and the selective activities of the EKRE faction. The stance is aimed at determining the justification for the other faction's actions, rather than supporting or opposing the substance of the policy itself.

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Topic Expertise
The expert assessment concerns the work processes of the Riigikogu committee and the treatment of historical monuments (the Bronze Soldier) within the legislative context. Knowledge is demonstrated through questioning regarding the content of the discussion held in the committee.

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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and respectful, addressing the audience as "Honorable Presiding Officer" and "Esteemed Presenter." The address itself is brief, direct, and logical, posing a question regarding the motivation of the other faction.

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Activity Patterns
The pattern of behavior is restricted to asking a single question to the rapporteur during the plenary session, which is then cited as participation in parliamentary debates.

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Opposition Stance
The confrontation is aimed at the action plan and priorities of the EKRE faction, raising questions about the justification for their selective focus (the Bronze Soldier). The criticism is procedural and seeks to question political motivation, rather than constituting a personal attack.

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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is formal and adheres to the rules of the session, with participants addressing the rapporteur respectfully. There is no data regarding inter-party cooperation or willingness to compromise.

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Regional Focus
There is no regional focus; the discussion addresses a national historical and legislative issue related to the Bronze Soldier monument.

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Economic Views
Not enough data

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Social Issues
A sensitive social and historical topic related to monuments and national identity (the Bronze Soldier) is being addressed. The focus is on the political handling of this issue by the other faction.

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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed toward the work of the commission and the priorities of the second faction's legislative initiative (the monument issue). This is a question concerning the scope of the bill's procedure.

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