Agenda Profile: Ando Kiviberg
The Chancellor of Justice's report on the conformity of legislative acts with the Constitution and the performance of other duties assigned to the Chancellor by law.
2025-09-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
Political Position
The political focus centers on the balance between freedom and responsibility within Estonian society, underscoring the critical importance of the free will and decision-making capacity of the individual citizen. The speaker criticizes the prevailing tendency to avoid independent decision-making and responsibility, both among citizens and those exercising public authority. This stance is strongly value-based, concentrating on the foundational principles governing the functioning of the state.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in administrative law and public governance topics, focusing on the exercise of discretionary power and the ethics of public officials. Specific terminology, such as "discretionary power," is employed, and the necessity of officials adopting a "human, common-sense approach" when handling public affairs is stressed.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, respectful, and acknowledging, particularly regarding the work of the Chancellor of Justice ("I sincerely thank you for the very substantive and kindly presented report"). The rhetoric is rather philosophical, connecting a specific administrative problem (discretionary power) with a broader discussion on the theme of freedom and responsibility.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker participated in a session in September 2025 where the Chancellor of Justice’s overview concerning the compliance of legislative acts with the Constitution was discussed. The pattern of activity indicates participation in discussions held by the Riigikogu or a similar assembly, during which questions are posed and the work of institutions is recognized.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism targets a wider social and bureaucratic phenomenon in which both citizens and those exercising public authority tend to shy away from making independent decisions and taking responsibility. Specific political opponents or policies are neither named nor criticized.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is supportive and appreciative, especially towards the institution of the Chancellor of Justice, thanking him/her for their work in defending the rights of Estonian citizens. The speaker demonstrates readiness to support a substantive and constructive report and to broaden the discussion to wider topics.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly national, addressing the rights of Estonian citizens, the exercise of public authority, and the balance between freedom and responsibility within Estonian society. There is no regional or international focus.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The primary social theme is the balance between civil liberties and responsibilities, stressing the importance of free will and the capacity for decision-making as the bedrock of a free society. The stance supports civil liberties, but simultaneously demands accountability from both citizens and public officials.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on the constitutionality of legislative acts and the implementation of administrative acts, particularly the exercise of discretion. This primarily involves the discussion of oversight and implementation principles, rather than initiating or supporting new legislation.
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