Session Profile: Signe Kivi
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
2024-10-10
Political Position
The political focus centers on the efficacy of legislation in addressing social issues. The speaker expresses serious concern about whether the proposed legal amendments will actually be capable of preventing grave social tragedies, such as child abuse. Furthermore, there is an emphasis on the need for parliament to make swift and essential decisions regarding changes to the law's wording, suggesting a value-based approach to the legislative process.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the failures of child protection and social systems, referencing a specific case that shocked the entire country. They are also knowledgeable about the procedural rules of the Riigikogu, asking precisely how a section of the law can be amended during the second reading and what the role of a motion to interrupt debate is.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and serious, underscoring the extreme necessity and urgency of the topics. The first address employs an emotional appeal, referencing a widely known case of child abuse to highlight the deficiencies in the legislative amendments. The second speech is procedural but stresses the necessity of debate and the swiftness of decision-making.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The data indicates active participation in the plenary session, where two questions were posed to the rapporteur on the same date. Both contributions were questions, signaling involvement in the ongoing legislative debate and a desire for clarity regarding both the substance and the procedure.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The criticism targets the inadequacy of the bill's content and wording, as it may fail to prevent severe social problems. Furthermore, the procedural situation is indirectly criticized, which could impede necessary amendments during the second reading. The criticism is based on both policy and procedure.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speaker recognizes the debate taking place in the chamber as extremely necessary, which indicates a readiness for constructive discussion and an appreciation for colleagues' contributions. The data does not contain direct references to cross-party cooperation, but the necessity of making decisions is emphasized.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is clearly national, addressing legislative amendments that concern the whole of Estonia and referencing a social incident that shook the entire country. Specific regional or local topics are not mentioned in the speeches.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
There is not enough data.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The primary social issue is the prevention of child abuse and the effectiveness of the child protection system. Emphasis is placed on the responsibility of the community (teachers, doctors, neighbors) and its failure to notice long-term abuse, while demanding greater protective capacity from the legal framework.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on critically evaluating the substance of proposed amendments within the realm of child protection. The speaker is an active interrogator, striving to ensure that the bill's wording is sufficiently robust. Attention is also being paid to procedural matters concerning the submission of amendments during the second reading of the bill.
2 Speeches Analyzed