Session Profile: Ando Kiviberg
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
2025-11-10
Political Position
The political focus centers on the trustworthiness of e-voting and adapting the electoral law. The speaker moderately supports the continuation of e-voting, stressing the importance of maintaining this choice for the Estonian people. They emphasize that the ODIHR recommendations have been forwarded to the Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs to initiate the necessary changes, but do not see the need to hastily suspend the system. The political framework is strongly procedural and focused on the rule of law.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise on electoral law, the working procedures of the Riigikogu committee, and international election observation (ODIHR). He relies on quotes from Arne Koitmäe, the head of the Republic of Estonia's Electoral Service, confirming that e-voting complies with the law. He clearly differentiates the ODIHR legal report from the technical assessment, demonstrating detailed knowledge of the specifics of the subject matter.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, procedural, and explanatory, focusing on facilitating the committee's discussion and answering questions. The tone is measured and rather defensive, particularly regarding the reliability of e-voting. It appeals to logic and facts, emphasizing the principles of Estonia as a state governed by the rule of law and the constitutional right of citizens to seek judicial recourse.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active during the plenary session, repeatedly answering questions about the draft election law, presumably as the committee's rapporteur or chairperson. He/She referenced his/her earlier work on the same subject last Thursday, demonstrating consistent involvement in the legislative process and a commitment to accountability.
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Opposition Stance
A direct opponent is not named, but the speaker is addressing the issues of trust regarding e-voting that have been raised by the opposition. He responds to the criticism by clarifying the facts and the procedure, stressing that ODIHR has not claimed that e-voting is unreliable. The attacks are primarily aimed at casting doubt on the system itself, which is being countered with legal and technical assurances.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is institutional, focusing on the work of the commission and its communication with the ministries. The speaker, acting as the chairman of the commission, promises to monitor the progress of the ODIHR recommendations within the Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs, thereby ensuring that the necessary amendments are initiated. He clearly distinguishes his personal viewpoint from that of the commission.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The main social issue is democratic participation and freedom of choice in voting, which the speaker considers an important value. He/She also emphasizes the constitutional right of every citizen to seek recourse in court if they feel their rights have been infringed upon.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on amendments to the electoral law stemming from ODIHR recommendations. The speaker is a facilitator and supporter of the process, who promises to initiate the necessary changes, but does not see the need to hastily suspend e-voting, given that the Riigikogu elections are still some time away.
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