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2025-10-16
Debate on the nationally important issue "Why is food expensive?", initiated by the Estonian Centre Party faction.

XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and courteous towards the presiding officer and the speaker, employing expressions of politeness and sincere gratitude. However, the speech also includes sharp political criticism aimed at the coalition, utilizing an emotional appeal in the hope that their hearts are not "absolutely hardened."
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2025-10-15
First reading of the Bill on the Amendment of the Earth Crust Act, the Land Cadastre Act, and the State Assets Act (Development of renewable energy production in an area with a mining permit) (698 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, addressing the minister respectfully and the presiding officer politely. Direct, fact-based questions are used to gain clarity on the organizational and technical details of the law’s implementation. Emotional or aggressive elements are absent.
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2025-10-15
Discussion of the state issue of significant national importance initiated by the Committee on European Union Affairs: "Estonia's Choices and Opportunities in the European Union's 2028–2034 Long-Term Budget"

The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is analytical, formal, and serious, emphasizing the criticality and strategic importance of the situation. The speaker employs logical arguments and political details, but also includes value-based appeals, stressing the necessity of ensuring integrity and that "no one is left behind." He/She warns against a purely populist approach to financing issues.
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2025-10-15
Border Security

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The rhetorical style is formal, yet simultaneously urgent and demanding, focusing on criticizing government inaction and highlighting procedural delays. Direct questions are employed ("Why hasn't... the first shovel still been put in the ground?"), and the seriousness of the situation and the security threat are emphasized. Finally, hope is expressed with the phrase "better late than never," while simultaneously demanding concrete steps to expedite the process.
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2025-10-14
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Public Transport Act (725 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, respectfully addressing the presiding officer and the minister. The tone is concerned, highlighting a problem prevalent among the public, and focuses on a logical plea for a solution (a budget). The style is straightforward and purposeful.
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2025-10-13
Interpellation concerning the necessity and timeliness of establishing a general quiet period during the breeding season (No. 804)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is respectful and inquisitive, addressing the minister politely and acknowledging the situation of the foresters. The speaker employs logical argumentation, drawing upon personal observations in nature and recognizing the complexity of the problem, while referring to their proposed solution as a "very idealistic question."
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2025-10-13
Inquiry concerning the revenue base of local governments (No. 802)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The style is formal, substantive, and at times passionate, particularly regarding the issue of regional equality. Both logical arguments are employed (explaining why raising the income tax percentage does not benefit smaller local municipalities) and emotional comparisons (the state as a family). Sharp, clarifying questions are directed at the minister, coupled with a call to reduce populist rhetoric and increase tangible actions.
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2025-10-13
First Reading of the Draft Legislation (736 SE) on the Amendment of the State Budget Act and the Act Amending the State Budget Act

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker’s style is formal and polite, respectfully addressing both the presiding officer and the minister ("Honorable Minister!"). The rhetoric is direct and focuses on requesting specific information regarding the bill’s impacts, utilizing a logical and informative tone.
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2025-10-13
First reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Act on Simplified Taxation of Business Income and the Income Tax Act, and the Act on the Repeal of the Security Tax Act and the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (Bill 734 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is initially analytical and question-based, but becomes sharply personal and aggressive when addressing the specific opponent (Rain Epler). It utilizes both logical arguments (the necessity of taxes) and emotional appeals (justice, children from poorer families), and references the opinions of people surveyed on the street. Opponents are accused of lying and behaving inappropriately.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is critical, forceful, and confrontational, including direct accusations aimed at the government (e.g., the 114 million euro "gift" to the rich). He balances logical demands for specific numbers with emotional warnings that the current understanding of the state's finances "will explode." The speaker also uses international references (Tax Foundation, European extremists) to support his positions.
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2025-10-06
Interpellation regarding failure in Basic School final examinations (No. 800)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is urgent and expresses concern, emphasizing the necessity of solving the problem and highlighting the consequences of systemic errors. Although critical of the situation, the address to the minister remains polite and formal ("Honorable Minister!", "Please do not take this the wrong way"). The speaker employs repetition, repeatedly stressing the need for a "long-term plan."
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2025-10-06
Interpellation concerning the insufficient state funding of school meals and the resulting inequality (No. 797)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and fact-based, employing logical argumentation and referencing "real facts." The tone is challenging yet polite ("Honorable Minister!"), initially offering the minister assistance with specific viewpoints, only to then pose a sharp question regarding the state's failure to increase its own contribution.
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2025-10-06
Interpellation concerning the transfer of Swedish criminals to Estonia (No. 803)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The style is initially sharply critical and sarcastic (particularly concerning the tax decisions), but subsequently shifts to a more measured and inquisitive approach. It employs logical argumentation, highlighting the economic benefits and the opportunity costs associated with employment. The tone is skeptical and demanding.
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2025-10-06
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (Bill 677 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is serious, analytical, and slightly admonishing, emphasizing honesty and non-populism when addressing complex issues. Logical argumentation is employed regarding the state's debt burden and underfunding, which is complemented by emotional imagery and criticism (e.g., "the method of cutting the tail piece by piece" and "unnecessary gift").
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2025-10-06
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (694 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The rhetorical style is predominantly critical and direct, employing both acknowledgment and sharp questions aimed at the government's policy. One speaker uses strong and categorical language, refuting the opponent's claim and adding a moral judgment to it ("it is not nice and far from patriotic"). The overall tone is formal, but it contains powerful emotional and ethical appeals.
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2025-09-24
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The rhetorical style is predominantly critical and urgent, stressing the necessity for swift interventions, particularly regarding African swine fever and adverse weather conditions. While the text begins by commending the minister's statements, the primary emphasis is placed on criticizing the government's inaction, employing both logical arguments and emotional language (e.g., calling high-speed internet a "laughing stock"). The author underscores the fundamental importance of food production as "the basis of everything."
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2025-09-24
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The rhetorical style is urgent, critical, and direct, repeatedly employing rhetorical questions to challenge the logic of government policy ("How is this logical?"). The appeals are a blend of economic comparison (loans versus essential needs) and emotional pressure (sending professional caregivers home, overburdening informal/family caregivers). The tone is rather combative and demanding.
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2025-09-23
Open mic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The style is dual: on cultural topics, it is personal and emotional (speaking in the Võro language), but on economic topics, it is critical and data-driven, utilizing specific figures. The tone is urgent, particularly emphasizing the link between economic well-being and security. Furthermore, he/she employs the technique of flipping the opponents' rhetoric (e.g., "tax gift").
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2025-09-23
Inquiry regarding the cessation of number plate recognition cameras (no. 793)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is direct and interrogative, employing emotional appeal and citing the common person’s concern about the increase in crime. Although the speaker is polite toward the minister ("Honorable Minister!", "it is not easy for you"), the questions posed are specific and demand accountability regarding abuses and the review of court cases.
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2025-09-22
Request for Information Regarding PPA Employee Salaries (No. 780)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is sharp, direct, and emotionally charged, expressing moral outrage ("it makes the soul sick") regarding the government's priorities. Direct questions are posed to the minister, alongside rhetorical hyperbole ("Stakhanovite-like effort") when describing efforts to raise salaries. The style is more emotional than purely logical, underscoring the perceived injustice.
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2025-09-22
Inquiry Regarding the Bringing of Swedish Prisoners to Estonia (No. 792)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, addressing the Prime Minister directly in a respectful tone. A logical and pragmatic approach is employed, presenting a series of sequential questions to clarify procedures and agreements. The address is brief and focuses solely on obtaining information.
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2025-09-17
Draft law amending the Basic and Upper Secondary Education Act and the Vocational Education Institutions Act (620 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The rhetorical style is analytical and direct, focusing on logical arguments and questions of funding. Direct questions are employed ("do you share this view?") and specific calculations are presented to support the fiscal position. The tone is formal and centered on political substance.
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2025-09-17
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act (659 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

The rhetorical style is highly accommodating, respectful, and supportive, employing polite forms of address ("Mr. Chairman," "Dear Reili") and expressing gratitude for the presentation. The speaker balances a social appeal (a reference to the needs of mothers) with a specific political question concerning the scope of the draft bill.
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2025-09-16
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.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The tone toward the Chancellor of Justice is respectful and appreciative, but it expresses disappointment concerning legislative decisions that are causing public confusion. Direct questions are employed, and the incomprehension felt by ordinary people is highlighted, in an attempt to represent the concerns of the wider public.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry Regarding Differences in Teacher Salaries (no. 790)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker’s style is analytical and explanatory, seeking to unravel the complex causes of the problem, using the expression, "That's where the dog is buried." Both logical argumentation (the difference in revenue bases) and figurative language (a reference to "Robin Hood" and the "Tartu County mystery") are used. Finally, a specific comparative question regarding the Norwegian model is posed.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry regarding school food (no. 770)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal ("Honorable Minister," "Mr. Chairman") and highly specific. The speaker employs a direct and assertive approach ("Specific Question"), focusing strictly on the procedural implementation of policy. The tone is businesslike and deliberately avoids emotional appeals.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry regarding the amendment of the Public Libraries Act (No 808)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The tone is critical and concerned, expressing personal sadness and hurt over the complete disregard for regional policy aspects. Both logical argumentation (the lack of coordinated leadership) and emotional appeals (the loss of jobs means the loss of livelihoods) are utilized. The address is formal, yet it includes direct appeals to the minister and colleagues.
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2025-09-15
Request regarding the salaries of cultural workers (no 781)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and respectful, addressing the presiding officer and the minister courteously. The tone is concerned and questioning, focusing on the logical formulation of the problem and demanding specific solutions and an action plan from the government.
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2025-09-15
An inquiry regarding the hindrance of development in the defence industry (no 783)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and direct, presenting the Minister with a question that contains both a procedural demand and a moral appeal. Moderate criticism is leveled against the Ministry's previous conduct, emphasizing the injustice of labeling locals with "anti-state activity."
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2025-09-11
The Financial Supervision Authority's 2024 Report

15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is serious and concerned, emphasizing the "extremely significant" social damage caused by quick loans. It employs both emotional appeals (broken families) and logical arguments, referencing statements made by employers. The address is framed as an official question directed at the rapporteur, beginning with a polite acknowledgment.
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (639 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is polite and formal, addressing the server respectfully and repeatedly ("Thank you, esteemed server, once again!"). The speaker presents direct and logical questions, focusing on facts and procedural details, without emotional appeals.
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2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and serious, combining political criticism (the ambulance development plan) with an emotional appeal (a child cannot get help, a growing rift in society). The speaker presents direct and urgent demands to the minister regarding explanations and intervention ("Please help ensure that this ends").
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2025-09-09
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

The style is formal and direct, featuring a slight confrontation with the minister regarding past disagreements, referenced by the phrase "you have looked at me quite critically as well." The speaker adopts a pragmatic approach, acknowledging the national necessity, but subsequently poses a clear, data-driven question concerning the availability of information.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the government's plans to increase immigration (no. 791)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The style is formal and respectful, addressing the minister courteously ("Honorable Minister"). The rhetoric is entirely focused on logical and data-driven questions, avoiding emotional judgments or storytelling.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding the loss of essential banking services from county centers (no. 773)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is practical, focused on pressing concerns, and searching, centering on questions aimed at finding solutions ("how to organize this"). Anecdotal examples are used (the effectiveness of the Võru letters), and direct questions are posed to the minister, emphasizing the banks' moral obligation ("a matter of honor").
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2025-09-08
Inquiry Regarding Changes to 2025 Beekeeping Support for Small Beekeepers (no. 761)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The style is formal and interrogative, posing a direct, compound question to the minister. The tone is probing and emphasizes logical argumentation, linking the issue of support to national defense and strategic planning. The speaker demands specific answers concerning the rationale for these decisions.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The rhetorical style is formal and substantive, focusing on logical and fact-based arguments, referencing specific dates, news reports, and financial indicators. The tone is critical and demanding, particularly regarding the crisis in the pork industry, where the urgent necessity for rapid decisions is emphasized. An emotional appeal is employed, citing, for example, the necessity of income derived from selling timber to cover a child’s educational expenses.
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2025-06-19
Draft Law on Annulment of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (647 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is direct, critical, and passionate, emphasizing sincerity and opposition to populism and overly dramatic language. Both logical arguments (fiscal necessity, environmental sustainability) and personal viewpoints (a hatred of stupidity) are employed. The tone is at times confrontational, particularly when addressing opponents (Urmas Reinsalu, Aivar Kokk), who are accused of ignoring reality.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Police and Border Guard Act (670 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is questioning and confrontational, expressing sincere incomprehension regarding the opponents' motives ("I sincerely do not understand"). Emotional appeal is employed, indirectly accusing opponents of protecting criminals. The language is direct and rather simple.
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2025-06-18
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a Proposal to the Government of the Republic" (630 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The tone is urgent and serious, emphasizing the significant economic, social, and health damage caused by fraud. The speaker uses both statistics and emotional appeals (such as faith in the state and a sense of justice) to persuade, illustrating the problem through analogies (like school bullying). The style is formal yet engaging, also incorporating brief moments of levity and personal advice (you can listen to what they say, but you need to take your time when making decisions).
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2025-06-18
Third reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is direct, insistent, and empathetic, utilizing emotional appeals (e.g., "does this hurt?"). The speaker emphasizes the real-world impact of political decisions, posing questions from the perspective of "the simple, everyday, regular person." The tone is slightly accusatory, questioning why a sensible decision is being delayed.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Basic Education and Upper Secondary Education Act and the Vocational Education Institutions Act (director certification and teacher career model) (653 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style is formal, interrogative, and demanding, emphasizing the necessity of being "one hundred percent certain" and ensuring that matters were "handled honestly." The speaker poses logical and fact-based questions, steering clear of emotional appeals, focusing instead on achieving clarity regarding procedural issues.
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2025-06-17
Draft Law on the Sharing of Credit Information (652 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The style is formal and interrogative, addressing the minister directly for clarification. The tone is concerned, emphasizing the "enormous" major problems facing employers, utilizing practical and logical argumentation.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and critical, beginning with polite addresses ("Honorable Minister") and expressing personal respect, yet simultaneously leveling sharp accusations. Strong metaphors (e.g., "deaf and blind") and rhetorical questions are employed to underscore the alleged unethical conduct and demand accountability from the minister.
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2025-06-12
Draft Law Amending the Employment Contracts Act and Other Acts (602 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is polite and inquisitive, addressing the minister directly ("Honorable Minister"). Logical appeals are employed, and sincere explanations are demanded regarding the pros and cons of the law, in order to fulfill the obligation to the electorate. The tone is concerned and demanding, requesting that the potential dangers be analyzed "humanely."
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2025-06-11
Second reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is serious, forceful, and at times emotional, particularly when describing social problems, citing, for example, the rise in petty theft. The style is confrontational toward the governing parties and the Centre Party, accusing them of lying and engaging in mutual recrimination. However, it concludes with a call for cooperation and nation-building, thereby balancing the criticism with constructive intent.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and questioning, addressing the presenter respectfully. The speaker uses logical argumentation, focusing on specific financial and procedural details to ensure a responsible decision-making process.
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2025-06-10
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (609 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The rhetorical style is formal and critical, expressing "extreme concern" regarding the minister's approach. Logical appeals are employed, challenging the opposing side's simplified arguments and demanding clarification regarding the contestability of the procedure and European practice. The tone is direct and interrogative.
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2025-06-10
The Chairman of the Supreme Court’s overview of court orders, the administration of justice, and the uniform application of laws.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The rhetorical style is formal and deferential, addressing the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court with respect, yet the question itself is direct and insistent. The appeal is purely logical, focusing on the structured presentation of the decision's grounds and the clarification of the criteria (including the regional policy aspect).
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2025-06-09
Inquiry Regarding the Spread of Poverty in Estonia (No. 757)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The tone is critical, concerned, and urgent, emphasizing the critical nature of the problem and the government's lack of accountability. It employs both logical argumentation (analysis of the tax structure) and emotional appeal, specifically referencing feelings of embarrassment and shame. It validates its position by citing an external authority (successful investor Kristi Saare).
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2025-06-09
Inquiry regarding a network of number plate recognition cameras and the associated database (no. 756)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The tone is critical and direct, posing a pointed question to the Prime Minister regarding the Minister of the Interior's decision and the lack of consultation. A logical appeal is employed, emphasizing the necessity of the police force and offering a pragmatic solution (fix the legal framework, keep the tool). The style is formal (Honorable Prime Minister!).
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2025-06-04
Draft Law on Annulment of Excise Tax Increases on Energy Carriers (627 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is confrontational, accusatory, and direct, focusing on exposing the hypocrisy of the opposing side (Isamaa). The speaker uses direct address ("dear colleague Aivar") and rhetorical questions to emphasize the opponent's untrustworthiness and the "coloring" or spinning of their narrative. The tone is critical and passionate, stressing that the opposition "says one thing and does another."
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2025-06-04
The coping of Estonian people

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The rhetorical style is sharp, demanding, and directly confrontational, posing direct questions to the prime minister and accusing the government of denying reality. Strong, emotional metaphors are used (the tax system is "bankrupt," "we are leaving people hungry"), and moral obligation is emphasized ("the strong help the weak"). The tone is formal (Riigikogu/Parliament) but extremely critical, demanding rapid change.
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2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

The style is formal and respectful, addressing the minister by title and name ("Honorable Minister, dear Kuldar!"). The emphasis is on posing logical and detail-based questions, seeking clear information regarding the substance of the policy and future changes.
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2025-06-03
An inquiry regarding whether only large enterprises deal with food safety (no. 767)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The rhetorical style is formal and respectful, including an expression of gratitude to the Minister for the comprehensive response. The address is brief, specific, and centered on a logical appeal, demanding precise statistical data. The tone is more inquisitive and businesslike than emotional.
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2025-06-03
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Safety of Care Homes (no. 750)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The rhetorical style is formal and respectful ("Honorable Minister!"), yet simultaneously direct and demanding. The speech is logical, focusing on practical political solutions, and specifically asks about three steps that could be taken to reduce the probability.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the school network (no. 760)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The rhetorical style is formal and respectful, addressing the chairperson and the minister in the form of a question. The tone is constructive and solution-oriented, focusing on logical arguments and the need to expedite concrete next steps.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the qualification requirements for youth workers (no. 745)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The tone is formal and respectful, addressing the Presiding Officer and the Minister directly. The emphasis is on logical and political clarity, achieved by posing a direct question regarding the action plan required to achieve the objective.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Prosecutor's Office Activities (no 748)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The rhetorical style is formal (an address to the minister), but it includes a powerful emotional appeal ("it makes my soul sick"). The speaker balances this emotion with a concrete demand for systemic improvement, while simultaneously avoiding personal attacks or calls for retribution ("I am not the one who would argue that heads should roll").
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2025-06-02
First reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The rhetorical style is formal and demanding, emphasizing repeated requests for clarification ("please explain"), which indicates a desire for a detailed response. The tone is critical and focuses on procedural errors, utilizing logical arguments (e.g., the illogicality of using the reserve) to highlight the impropriety of the government's actions.
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2025-05-21
The Minister of Energy and Environment's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and insistent, using repetitive questions to demand specific deadlines ("When will this be finished?"). The speaker employs a logical appeal, referencing the minister's fundamental duties ("the minister's ABCs") and emphasizing the economic damage caused by uncertainty.
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2025-05-20
Draft law amending the Enterprise Income Tax Simplification Act, the Security Tax Act, and the Income Tax Act (645 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is critical and consistent, focusing on posing substantive questions and demanding answers. Strong contrasts are employed (entrepreneurs' "gifts" versus the taxation of the poor) to highlight social injustice. The third intervention is procedural, noting the lack of ministerial responsibility for the record.
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2025-05-20
Inquiry Regarding Electrical Power Generation Capacities (No. 746)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The tone is anxious and insistent, emphasizing the extreme gravity of the situation. The speaker employs a logical appeal, contrasting rational planning ("physics and mathematics") with an emotional or ideological approach ("a matter of faith").
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2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding Estonian Environmental Policy (No. 743)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The style is critical, but it is presented as a question that is allegedly non-political, seeking the minister's personal and honest opinion. Emotional and populist appeals are employed (referencing rural people and forests used for mushroom picking) to support the proposal for policy change. The tone is generally matter-of-fact, but it includes a strong judgment ("perverse environmental policy").
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2025-05-19
An inquiry regarding the illegal alteration of the order of protection of natural objects (no. 738)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The rhetorical style is formal, yet emotionally charged and forceful, expressing disappointment ("it really makes me sigh") and indignation over government failures. It employs both logical arguments (procedural errors, inadequate compensation) and an emotional appeal in defense of local people who have been "caught in the machinery." The lack of respect and bureaucratic communication are sharply criticized.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding the Security of the Southeastern Border Region of Estonia (No. 729)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The rhetorical style is highly formal and courteous, employing forms of address such as "Esteemed Prime Minister" and "Dear Chairman." The tone is inquisitive and businesslike, concentrating on acquiring logical and fact-based information regarding the substance of the policy.
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2025-05-15
The Minister of Education and Research's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style is urgent and critical, employing strong emotional imagery (teachers as a "doormat") and highlighting long-term, negative consequences. The speaker balances logical argumentation (the link between salary and taxes) with a passionate plea for valuing educators. The speech is formal, yet it includes direct accusations of insufficient action.
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2025-05-15
Draft law (610 SE) for amending the Nature Conservation Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (Nature assessment) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is sharp, critical, and demanding, employing strong language like "utter chaos" and "massive confusion" to describe the situation. The focus is on logical and procedural criticism, demanding explanations and accountability from the minister for the officials' process thus far, which has been moving "completely in the wrong direction."
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2025-05-14
The Robbery of Rural People in Protected Areas

15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The rhetorical style is sharp, combative, and forceful, utilizing strong emotional appeals, such as labeling the situation a "robbery" and employing the kitchen analogy. The speaker repeatedly demands specific answers and solutions from the Prime Minister, emphasizing the personal dimension of the damage (e.g., using the funds for a child's education).
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2025-05-13
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Organizing a referendum on the question of electricity production from oil shale" (581 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is direct, challenging, and analytical, utilizing rhetorical questions to critique opponents ("Where did this sudden enlightenment come from for the Centre Party?"). The delivery is rather logical and procedural, focusing on the legal validity of political decisions and the costs to the taxpayer. The tone is formal, yet sharp.
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2025-05-13
Draft law amending the Basic Education Act, the Education Act of the Republic of Estonia, and other laws related thereto (establishing the obligation to attend school) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The language used is formal and respectful ("Esteemed Presenter"), but the tone is critical and concerned, emphasizing the failure of the state's actions and the drift away from the objective. The style is direct and focuses on clarifying specific political viewpoints so that the topic can be "put to rest" in the speaker's mind.
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2025-05-12
Inquiry regarding the Võru shooting range (no 737)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The tone is predominantly explanatory and defensively cooperative, denying conflict ("We are certainly not fighting, absolutely not"). It employs logical appeals, directly linking investments to the security-political situation and genuine needs (the example of Ukraine). The style is formal, but emphasizes the personal utility derived from strengthening the region.
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2025-05-12
Hearing regarding the care reform (no 719)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

The style is formal (addressing the Chair and the Minister) yet direct, encompassing both criticism and gratitude. It employs contrast (the financial perspective of Tallinn versus Southeast Estonia) and appeals to regional reality. The address concludes with a specific, solution-oriented question.
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2025-05-07
Second reading of the draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The style is direct and critical, beginning with a strong condemnation of populism. The speaker uses the metaphor of "throwing the baby out with the bathwater" to emphasize the reasonable aspects of the draft bill. The presentation is rather logical and pragmatic, but the speech is interrupted by the noise prevailing in the hall, to which the speaker reacts directly and testily.
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2025-05-06
The Minister of Finance's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the development directions of the public service in 2024)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The tone is critical, urgent, and concerned, highlighting the gravity of the nation's economic state and the detrimental nature of the Reform Party's policies. The style is analytical, balancing emotional claims (e.g., the state is a hostage to tax policy, the pension system is hanging by a thread) with economic facts and statistics. It concludes with a call for greater statesmanship and less populism.
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2025-05-06
Inquiry Regarding the Disruption of Railway Construction in Rohuküla (No. 731)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The style is formal and direct, addressing the presiding officer and the Minister with respect. A sharp and interrogatory tone is employed, implying that previous questions were too difficult for the Minister. The emphasis is placed on demanding the fulfillment of political obligations, utilizing a logical and exacting approach.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry Regarding Rural Areas (no. 713)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker's style is passionate, at times even forceful, especially when addressing rural issues, which he refers to as "a matter of life and death." He employs powerful emotional appeals (e.g., the absurdity of closing bank branches, the defense of border regions) alongside logical arguments (investment versus expenditure). The minister's responses are criticized for their "hesitant tone," and the overall interaction remains formal, yet direct and critical.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry regarding the social welfare reform (no 720)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal, respectful, and direct, addressing the minister in the form of sharing a question and a concern ("Esteemed Minister," "you share my concern"). The tone is logical and policy-driven, focusing on highlighting a specific problem and seeking a solution, rather than emotional persuasion.
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2025-05-05
Inquiry regarding amendments to the Employment Contracts Act, or regarding occasional work contracts (no. 735)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal, interrogative, and critical, addressing the minister directly. The speaker employs a hypothetical example (Erkki Keldo) to illustrate the opposing side's generalizing approach, focusing on logical argumentation and highlighting concerns regarding employee protection.
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2025-05-05
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal yet critical and incisive, employing emotionally charged language ("outrageous profits") to bolster statistical data. Direct, challenging questions are posed to the minister, focusing specifically on logical and procedural inefficiencies. The overall tone is skeptical and demanding.
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2025-04-22
The Minister of Culture's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of "The Fundamentals of Estonian Sports Policy until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is one of concern and urgency, highlighting the bleakness of the situation in rural areas. Personal experience and the anxieties of cultural figures from Võrumaa are employed to lend the argument emotional and regional weight. The address concludes with a direct and concrete political question posed to the minister regarding the state's role and planned measures.
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2025-04-16
Conditions for Alienation of Land to the State

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The rhetorical style is one of concern and accusation regarding past unfair behavior, but remains formal and polite when addressing the minister ("Honorable Minister, dear Andres!"). Strong emotional appeals are utilized, highlighting the unjust situation of the small forest owner in Võrumaa, who has cultivated the forest for five generations. The argument is supported by references to the press (Postimees) and ongoing parliamentary proceedings.
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2025-04-15
The Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035."

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The style is confrontational and accusatory, posing a direct question to the government regarding its motives. A logical appeal is employed, referencing the positions of the Bank of Estonia's management to substantiate the demand for fair competition. The speaker expresses a strong conviction that the government’s actions are clearly contrary to the interests of society.
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2025-04-10
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Motor Vehicle Tax Act and the Road Traffic Act with the Basic Law.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is critical and aggressive, employing strong emotional terms such as "arrogance" and "excessive self-confidence" to characterize the political opponent. Although the address begins with a formal appeal to the Chancellor of Justice, its true purpose is to level a sharp political accusation concerning legislative failure, blending political criticism with procedural matters.
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2025-04-09
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (566 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, respectful, and directly interrogative, addressing the "Honorable Chair" and "Dear Presenter." The tone is neutral and logical, focusing on identifying the causes of a specific market problem without emotional appeals.
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2025-04-09
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker’s style is moralizing and critical, strongly emphasizing the necessity of responsibility in state finances. Strong metaphors are employed, comparing the state to a responsible family, and opponents are accused of engaging in "populist rhetoric" and "mumbo-jumbo." The presentation is logical, focusing on covering costs, but it is delivered with an emotionally charged and direct tone.
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2025-04-08
Draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (571 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The style is balanced yet compelling, stressing the necessity of ending populist politics and addressing the nation's existential issues. Logical argumentation is employed regarding state expenditures and debt, supported by a simple and memorable tooth cavity analogy to explain the detriment of postponing investments. The speaker requested additional minutes, which suggests a desire to cover the topic in depth.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and respectful, politely addressing the presiding officer and the rapporteur. The address is direct and focuses on requesting specific information, employing a logical inquiry regarding the justifications for the bill. Emotional appeals are not used; the emphasis is placed on procedural clarity.
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2025-03-26
Sense of security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The rhetorical style is urgent and concerned, employing strong emotional imagery ("people are falling to their knees") to underscore the gravity of the situation. The speaker maintains a formal demeanor (addressing the Chairman and the Prime Minister) but uses figurative language to persuade and highlight the scope of the social crisis.
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2025-03-19
Draft law amending the Defence Service Act (563 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is initially supportive but rapidly shifts to critical and emotionally charged, expressing personal offense ("it hurt me") regarding the presenter's rhetoric. A moral appeal is utilized, stressing the necessity of a friendlier and less divisive procedure.
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2025-03-19
State Defence

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The rhetorical style is formal and substantive, emphasizing the urgency of the matter and demanding concrete answers concerning the government's activities. Logical arguments are employed, which are based on the positions of former top experts. When solutions are offered, a constructive and benevolent tone of counsel is utilized.
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Political Parties Act and the Credit Institutions Act (585 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, respectful (e.g., "Honored Presenter"), and questioning. The speaker employs logical argumentation, connecting the noble principles of democracy highlighted by the presenter with the specific issue concerning the political financing structure. The tone is analytical and constructive, centered on finding a solution.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry Regarding the Impact of Car Tax on Families with Children (No. 705)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The tone is formal and critical, yet simultaneously constructive, as it poses a question to the Prime Minister aimed at finding solutions. A rhetorical device is employed, referencing hindsight (with the quote: "hindsight is an exact science") to underscore previous warnings. The appeal addresses both political accountability and the need to prevent unfair treatment.
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2025-03-11
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The style is formal and respectful, addressing both the Presiding Officer and the Prime Minister. The speaker presents their position as a direct and straightforward question, employing logical argumentation that links the level of remuneration to young people's career choices and economic contribution.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, addressing the minister directly ("Honorable Minister!"). Logical argumentation is employed, focusing on future risks and the long-term implications of the policy, particularly concerning competition and regional development. The tone is one of concern and demands information.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The style is formal, but includes a vivid and memorable metaphor ("just the right constipation") to describe the energy sector's previous stagnation. The tone is optimistic regarding the adoption of the bill, emphasizing the logical connection between increasing production capacities and the fall in prices. The appeal is aimed at economic benefit and establishing certainty.
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2025-01-22
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (538 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The speech is critical and analytical in tone, often employing rhetorical questions to challenge the opposing side (Isamaa) to present alternatives. The style is formal, yet emotionally charged, particularly when labeling the opposition's actions as "frothing populism." The logical appeal focuses primarily on the necessity of managing state finances and covering expenditures.
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2024-12-18
Draft law (541 SE) for the first reading amending the Act of Implementing the Construction Code and Planning Act, the Environmental Charges Act, and the Planning Act (Accelerating the Adoption of Renewable Energy)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The style is formal and interrogative, addressing the minister directly to seek clarification. Rhetorical contrast is employed, critically referencing the "evil hand" narrative emanating from the chamber, which allegedly impedes production. The arguments are logical and focus on elucidating specific political decisions.
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2024-12-16
Overview of the Implementation of the Fundamentals of Criminal Policy until 2030

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is concerned and pressing, emphasizing the "extremely painful" and "negative" impact of the decision. Direct questions and proposals are utilized ("Perhaps it would still be possible to reconsider this decision?"), combining a logical argument (jobs) with an emotional appeal (a message to the county).
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2024-12-16
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (461 SE) - third reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, balanced, and consensus-driven, emphasizing the bill's reasonableness and its improvement throughout the legislative process. The speaker employs logical arguments, justifying the tax exemption by citing the need to prevent public disappointment and indignation. He avoids delving into specifics, instead referencing earlier speeches and the contributions of his colleagues.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (461 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The style is analytical and measured, seeking to explain the necessity of imposing taxes and the responsible policy involved. The speaker balances logical argumentation (fiscal necessity, correcting past errors) with an emotional appeal to social justice and the capacity of rural areas for self-reliance. Formal language is used, emphasizing that the tax must not inhibit citizens' diligence in achieving self-sufficiency.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The address is analytical and serious, emphasizing the need to act "with a cool head" and reasonably. The style is a mix of logical arguments (the cost of damages) and strong moral appeals (describing the abnormality of cheap alcohol availability: "for six or seven euros, one can literally drink oneself into a blackout").
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2024-11-21
Discussion of the nationally significant issue initiated by the Environment Committee: "The Impact of Climate Change on Estonia's Legal Framework and Economy."

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and passionate, employing both rhetorical questions and direct address to the audience. The tone is critical toward skeptical scientists but generally optimistic regarding the behavior of young people; it strongly emphasizes the urgent need for changes in education and comprehensive thinking.
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2024-11-21
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal and question-driven, addressing the esteemed chairperson and the rapporteur. The tone is concerned and analytical, focusing on the logical consequences of specific legislative amendments within the social system. Clear, policy-specific language is used to present a detailed problem (e.g., the purchase of hygiene supplies).
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is polite and constructive, beginning with an expression of gratitude for the balanced management of the discussion. A logical, question-focused approach is employed, seeking specific data and definitions to assess the impact of the bill.
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2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The style is interrogative and analytical, presenting a simple, late-night question to the Chairman of the Finance Committee. The speaker employs a logical line of reasoning to confirm the technical complexity of the budget cuts, while maintaining a formal and professional tone.
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2024-11-06
Overview of the Use and Preservation of State Property in 2023–2024. Five Years of Activity-Based State Budget: Results of the Reform and Necessary Further Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The style is predominantly analytical and critical, expressing disappointment with the results of the budget reform ("it is truly sad to read the audit"). The argumentation is founded on logic, drawing upon the conclusions and facts provided by the National Audit Office (e.g., parallel budgets and increased costs). Furthermore, the speaker offers a brief but pointed procedural remark, focusing on the required decorum and personal respect within the chamber.
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2024-10-23
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The style is formal and interrogative, directed at the minister for the purpose of obtaining a definitional clarification. The rhetoric is logical and practical, avoiding emotional appeals. The objective is to gain clarity regarding the concept in order to organize one's work more effectively in the future.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The style is formal and polite, addressing the minister with respect ("Honorable Minister!"). The rhetoric is aimed at obtaining specific and concentrated information, being logical and businesslike rather than emotional.
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2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act (pension support) - first reading (508 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The style is formal, direct, and questioning, addressing the minister with respect. The emphasis is placed on logical argumentation and highlighting data deficiencies to identify policy bottlenecks, utilizing conditional language ("In such a case, if...").
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2024-09-25
The Regional Affairs and Agricultural Minister's 2024 presentation on the implementation of the state’s long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The style is formal yet passionate, balancing constructive criticism with recognition for the ministers' "heartfelt leadership." Strong metaphors are employed (Robin Hood, the goldfish, the South-East Estonia Paralympics) and personal references (a grandmother's saying) to underscore the severity and injustice of rural issues. The speaker appeals to social responsibility and the necessity of "getting things done together."
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2024-09-18
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Waste Act, the Traffic Act, and the State Fees Act (461 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The style is polite and questioning, addressing the minister directly, but it also contains an emotional appeal (it makes one sick at heart) regarding the taxation of vintage vehicles. The speaker employs rhetoric that stresses the necessity of uniting the state and the community.
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2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The tone is formal and concerned, opening with courteous salutations directed at the Chair and the Minister. A balanced approach is employed, acknowledging the good cooperation among officials while directly highlighting significant deficiencies. The appeal itself is logical and centers on improving existing procedures.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (443 SE)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The style of the address is formal, respectful, and questioning, politely addressing the presiding officer and the rapporteur. The emphasis is on the logical and political substance, utilizing direct questions to ascertain the long-term consequences of the draft law and the resolution of the debt problem.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The style is formal and argumentative, but the coalition representative also employs emotional appeals, referencing teachers and rescuers being on "starvation wages." An accusatory tone is directed toward the opposition, who are held responsible for "hollowing out the state." The questioner's style is specific and solution-oriented.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The rhetoric is formal and respectful, opening with thanks and acknowledgment for the constructive negotiations. The criticism is framed as a question, employing the metaphor of "falling into a hole," which points to the government's long-term failure. The style is quite logical and concentrates on the consequences of political choices.
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2024-06-12
Second reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The style is analytical and advisory, beginning with a critique of the demagoguery and populism present in the discussion. The speaker primarily uses logical arguments and technical explanations, focusing on practical solutions and legislative mechanisms. He concludes with a call for statesmanship, both in understanding the law and in planning local government expenditures.
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2024-06-06
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amending the Income Tax Act (Bill 443 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaking style is brief and straightforward, emphasizing the necessity of the draft bill and avoiding any misuse of the early morning hour. The tone is formal, focusing on providing political assurances and fulfilling coalition agreements rather than relying on emotional arguments. The speaker expresses hope that the agreements will hold, lending a slight sense of anticipation to the overall tone.
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2024-05-30
Discussion of the nationally important issue: "How can the state avoid living in debt?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The style of the address is formal and respectful, deferentially addressing both the chairman and the presenter. The rhetoric is analytical and conceptual, focusing on posing a question and defining a new debt category. Logical risk analysis is employed instead of emotional appeals.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is cautious, critical, and procedural, combining logical argumentation with emotional appeal. Speaker A uses strong language, referring to "the smell of lobby groups," while the argumentation itself is based on mathematics and the economic impact of time shifts. Speaker B's style is straightforward and involves fact-based questioning.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Bill amending the Land Tax Act (437 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The tone of the speech is combative and critical, accusing the opposition of "genuine populism" and decades of inaction. The style is direct, combining a political attack with a clear policy argument regarding the granting of decision-making power to local governments. A personal example from their home region is used to address concerns about potential tax increases.
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2024-05-16
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Economic Affairs Committee: "How to increase productivity in the Estonian economy?"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session

The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and interrogative, addressed to the esteemed presenter. The speaker raises critical and analytical questions, focusing on logical inquiry and demanding clarification concerning the analysis of the policy's negative effects.
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2024-05-15
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Social Welfare Act and Other Acts (Special Welfare Services and Changing the Address of Residence) (421 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, respectful, and extremely conciliatory, beginning with a sincere expression of gratitude directed at the minister for presenting the draft bill. The speech is neutral and focuses on logically framing the questions regarding the details of the law's implementation.
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2024-05-15
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Climate on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and analytical, posing a critical question to the Minister of Climate regarding a specific political solution. The tone is professional and focuses on logical, economic arguments, emphasizing the need to improve the business environment.
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2024-05-08
Second reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the International Sanctions Act and the Amendment of Other Acts Related Thereto (332 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is serious and insistent, emphasizing the complexity of the situation and the ethical imperative ("A complex time calls for complex measures"). The speaker balances emotional descriptions of war crimes (the attacking of schools and hospitals) with logical, political, and legal arguments. The tone is formal and direct, employing an explanatory approach.
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2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (367 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The rhetorical style is courteous and formal, utilizing salutations such as "Honorable Chair" and "Dear Presenter." Logical and technical questioning is employed to clarify international precedents, while strictly avoiding emotional appeals.
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2024-04-18
Discussion of the matter of significant national importance, initiated by the Environmental Committee, titled "The necessity and possibilities of introducing nuclear energy in Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is formal, respectful, and analytical, addressing the presenter with appreciation for their dedication to the topic. The speaker employs logical and direct questions, focusing on ascertaining data and specific solutions (such as the availability of technology and cost). Emotional appeals are absent; the emphasis is placed on facts and political planning.
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2024-04-16
The Minister of Culture's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of the "Estonian Sports Policy Fundamentals until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The style is formal and polite (using addresses like "Esteemed Minister-Madam"), but it begins with a regional and slightly provocative question regarding the use of the Võro language. The argumentation is logical and based on previous institutional proposals, requesting specific progress and emphasizing the regional significance of the issue.
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2024-04-11
Discussion of the Crucial National Issue: "How to Ensure the Future of Veterinary Medicine"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker's style is highly respectful and formal, repeatedly employing expressions of courtesy toward the presenter and the presiding officer ("Sincere respect!"). The focus is on logical and analytical questions that require specific information (e.g., the situation in neighboring countries, the list of administrative burdens). The tone is serious and solution-oriented.
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2024-04-10
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Initiate Drafts of Legal Acts Ensuring the Clarity and Predictability of the Development of the School Network" (285 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The style is analytical and critical, yet polite, beginning with an acknowledgment of the sympathetic nature of the bill's objectives. The speaker employs logical and experience-based argumentation, calling into question the sincerity and effectiveness of the draft, drawing on knowledge of how local governments operate. He presents his position in the form of a question, while simultaneously offering a clear alternative solution.
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2024-04-09
Report by the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, critical, and urgent, emphasizing the severity of the economic downturn. The speaker relies on a logical argument and refers to specific examples from the business community to support their demand for stable funding.
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2024-03-20
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Member's Status Act (339 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is combative and critical, accusing the bill's proponents of populism and hypocrisy, and calling their actions a "populist charade." Both emotional appeals (damage to reputation) and logical arguments are employed, relying on Biblical quotes and imagery ("bottomless tanks"). The tone is formal, yet sharp.
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2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is anxious and urgent, employing a powerful metaphor ("pandemic") to underscore the gravity of the issue. The appeal is a blend of emotional description (silence in schools, parents on the phone) and a logical enumeration of the consequences.
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2024-03-12
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Organization Act (Bill 289 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

The language used is formal and respectful, but the tone is directly interrogative and challenging. The speaker employs rhetorical questions to draw attention to political inconsistency and to warn against the potential negative consequences of the draft legislation. The style is rather logical and focuses on risk analysis, while simultaneously acknowledging the value of public opinion.
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2024-03-07
Debate on the matter of national importance, "The Future of Estonian Energy 2035," initiated by the Estonian Reform Party parliamentary group.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and analytical, characterized by the posing of questions. Initially, moderate appreciation is expressed regarding the government's actions, but this is followed by detailed inquiries concerning the procedural steps. Instead of relying on an emotional appeal, a logical approach prevails, focusing on facts and premises.
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2024-03-05
2024 Report by the Minister of Education and Research on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Eesti 2035" (Education Reforms)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The style is critical and concerned, combining logical policy analysis (shifting from quantitative to qualitative management) with emotional appeal (it is sad to watch how regions are being destroyed). Metaphors are used ("one-size-fits-all logic," "Excel spreadsheet") to criticize centralized governance. The discourse is presented in the form of a formal question, seeking a solution.
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2024-02-22
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (287 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

Speaker A employs a highly confrontational and emotional style, labeling the draft bill "mafia-like" and "characteristic of a neighboring state," while also leveling accusations of attempting to eliminate their adversaries. Speaker B adopts a more formal approach, utilizing logical and historical appeals and relying on legal precedent. Both speakers employ rhetorical questions to cast doubt on the motives of the bill's sponsors and their courage to engage in fair competition.
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2024-02-15
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Isamaa faction, titled "Estonia in Economic Recession. What is to be done?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The style is formal and analytical, employing direct address to the Chair and the rapporteur. The tone is critical regarding state regulation, but simultaneously constructive, urging business organizations to propose solutions. The speaker concludes their remarks with a pressing economic issue that demands resolution.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and analytical, addressing the minister directly with questions and doubts. Both logical argumentation (calling fiscal forecasts into question) and an urgent appeal are employed, linking taxation directly to concerns regarding the geopolitical situation and defense capability.
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2024-02-13
Debate on Foreign Policy as an Issue of Significant National Importance, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The rhetorical style is formal and direct, addressing the presiding officer and the Minister of Defence with respect. The tone is urgent and demanding, focusing on a logical appeal (requesting a description of bottlenecks), which is coupled with a strong value-based demand (not to acquiesce to Russia's objectives).
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2024-01-25
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Emergency Situation Act (124 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The style is formal, informative, and procedural, typical of a commission report. Emphasis is placed on logical arguments, referencing procedural actions, specific dates, and voting results. In addition to conveying the facts, the speaker expresses personal optimism and conviction that the issue is being addressed and will soon be comprehensively resolved.
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2024-01-18
Debate on the National Issue of Crucial Importance: "Strong Rural Schools and a Strong School Network"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The rhetoric is sincere and emotional, expressing strong support for the idea of small rural schools ("it acted as a balm to my soul"). At the same time, it is critical of national policy, which is described as "black and white" and destructive to rural life. The style is inquisitive, seeking practical solutions and a "third way" to reconcile communities.
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2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (104 OE), titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Remove the So-Called Bronze Soldier Statue from Public Space"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The rhetorical style is moderate and conciliatory, beginning by thanking colleagues for a sensible discussion. A cultural reference ("The Last Relic") and a rhetorical question are employed to highlight the futility of repeated relocations. The focus is placed on logical argumentation (risk avoidance) and valuing societal cohesion.
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2024-01-11
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The style of address is formal, polite, and respectful, using salutations such as "Esteemed Presiding Officer" and "Dear Presenter." The rhetoric is focused on clarifying specific procedural information (e.g., identifying the proposer) and is logical and inquiry-based.
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