Session Profile: Maria Jufereva-Skuratovski
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
2024-12-10
Political Position
The speaker strongly objects to the specific draft law, branding it as populist and failing to enhance the quality of the Riigikogu's work. This stance is policy- and outcome-based, centered on the efficiency of parliamentary procedure. The primary focus is placed on the inherent lack of quality in the bill's content.
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Topic Expertise
The expertise is demonstrated by understanding the organization of parliamentary work and the parliamentary practices of other European countries, especially concerning the provision of personal assistants for members of parliament. The speaker expects the rapporteur to conduct thorough comparative research.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is critical and direct, employing strong negative labeling ("populist bill"). The address is formal (directed at the session chair and the rapporteur) and focuses on a logical question based on research into the experiences of other countries.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The standoff is aimed at a specific bill, which is being criticized due to its populist nature and its ineffectiveness in improving the quality of work of the Riigikogu. The criticism is substantive and procedural, not personal.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is international and comparative, concentrating on the practices and experiences of parliaments in other European countries concerning parliamentary assistants.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The speaker is opposed to the bill concerning the quality of the Riigikogu's work and the utilization of MPs' resources. The main priority is to avoid populist laws and ensure the actual quality of the Riigikogu's work.
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