Session Profile: Jaanus Karilaid
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
2024-02-05
Political Position
The political focus is directed at the effectiveness of the government's actions, particularly the stalling of the program for constructing indoor football facilities. The speaker expressed concern over the project delays and demanded explanations from the Minister of Culture as to why the program has run into difficulties. The stance taken is primarily results-based and moderately critical.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The expertise is evident when monitoring sports infrastructure projects and government action plans, particularly concerning the program for establishing football halls. The speaker is aware of both the program's initial status and its subsequent stalling, which indicates a detailed familiarity with the topic. Furthermore, they are familiar with Riigikogu (Parliament) procedures, referencing the date the interpellation was submitted and the need to update it.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and procedural, concentrating on justifying both the substance of the inquiry and the rationale for its current relevance. The tone is analytical, emphasizing the shift in facts (original knowledge versus current knowledge) with the goal of obtaining specific answers from the minister. The speech is brief and straightforward.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The operational pattern encompasses the initiation of legislative oversight (the submission of a query/interpellation on May 15th) and the subsequent updating of its content in response to the evolving situation. This pattern demonstrates a long-term commitment to monitoring the issues raised and the effective use of parliamentary instruments to hold the government accountable.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The opposition is focused on the actions or inaction of the Minister of Culture concerning the football halls program, specifically criticizing the project's stagnation. The criticism targets the inefficiency of policy implementation and is procedural rather than personal.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is extra-coalition, as the interpellation was submitted in collaboration with MPs from Isamaa and the Social Democrats. This demonstrates a readiness for cross-party cooperation on specific political issues.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
Not enough data
1 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Not enough data
1 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The focus on social themes is narrowly linked to the development of sports infrastructure (football halls), which more broadly affects social welfare and leisure opportunities. Other wide-ranging social issues are not addressed.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed toward oversight, utilizing an interpellation as a tool to hold the Minister of Culture accountable and to clarify the progress of the program. The priority is removing obstacles to existing infrastructure projects and achieving clarity.
1 Speeches Analyzed