Session Profile: Rene Kokk

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

2025-04-21

Political Position
The most prominent theme is the opposition to e-voting, with the speaker strongly demanding its complete abolition in Estonia. This stance is principled and policy-driven, highlighting the lack of security, trust, and transparency. This political position is further supported by referencing the practices of major countries worldwide.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates familiarity with the international critical arguments concerning e-voting, listing specific and recurring problems such as the lack of security and reliability, lack of transparency, and the digital divide.

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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is analytical and direct, posing a challenge to raise ambition. The speaker employs logical appeals, relying on a list (security, distrust, inequality) and presenting their position in the form of a question.

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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The speaker strongly opposes the e-voting system and directs a critical question toward the Centre Party, asking for their stance on abolishing e-voting. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, focusing on the fundamental flaws of the system.

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Collaboration Style
The speaker is posing a direct question to another politician ("Lauri"), seeking clarification on the Center Party's stance. This action highlights the need to delineate political positions and demands clarity.

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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (the termination of e-voting in Estonia) and on international comparison, referencing the practices of major global states that do not utilize e-elections.

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Economic Views
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Social Issues
A social issue is mentioned within the context of digital inequality. This is cited as an argument for ending e-elections, as it points to broader societal problems.

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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is the termination of the e-voting system in Estonia, which would require amending the relevant legislation to ensure security and public confidence.

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