Agenda Profile: Ester Karuse
Overview of the Implementation of the "Fundamental Principles of Law-Making Policy Until 2030" in 2023.
2024-12-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance is strongly process-driven and results-oriented, stressing the necessity of adhering to the principles of sound legislation. The speaker is concerned by the government's low public confidence (37%), directly attributing this to the quality of its legislative work. He/She demands concrete action from the government to improve law-making, even concerning time-critical initiatives.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures, using technical terms like the "principles of good law-making" and the "intention to draft." They rely on survey data, specifically citing the 37% trust indicator, to support their argument about the relationship between quality and trust.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, direct, and concerned, focusing on logical and procedural argumentation. The speaker poses a critical question to the minister, demanding clarification on how the government intends to improve the quality of legislation.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker demonstrates persistence and adherence to procedural rules, noting that they had already posed the question during the previous agenda item, but is repeating it now under the appropriate item.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed against the government's activities, particularly regarding the disregard for the principles of good law-making during the processing of draft legislation. The objection is procedural and focuses on quality, highlighting inadequate stakeholder engagement.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is on enhancing the quality of legislation and ensuring compliance with the principles of good lawmaking (including stakeholder engagement and the use of preparatory drafting intentions). This procedural emphasis has been established with the goal of restoring public confidence in the government.
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