Session Profile: Urmas Kruuse

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

2024-04-18

Political Position
The speaker focuses on the topic of establishing a nuclear power plant, emphasizing the need for serious discussions within the Riigikogu before any decisions are adopted. The stance is investigative and policy-driven, specifically seeking counterarguments that might impede the project's development. By posing this question, the speaker underscores the legislative body's crucial role in making significant decisions.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker expresses interest in energy policy and the risks associated with building a nuclear power plant, asking the presenter to lay out the main arguments against the project. There is no use of technical terms or data, as this is a request for information directed at the presenter, rather than a presentation of the speaker's own knowledge.

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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and respectful, addressing the esteemed Chair and the honorable presenter. The rhetoric is logical and investigative, focusing on framing the discussion and identifying hypothetical counterarguments. The speaker emphasizes that they are not inquiring about the presenter's personal viewpoint, thereby maintaining a neutral tone.

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Activity Patterns
The data indicates participation in the Riigikogu plenary session through the posing of a question to the rapporteur. Data regarding patterns or frequency is unavailable.

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Opposition Stance
The speaker does not directly criticize the opponents, but instead asks the presenter to lay out the core arguments against the creation of the nuclear power plant. The stance is neutral and focused on gathering information, with the goal of understanding the strength and substance of the potential opposition.

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Collaboration Style
The speaker stresses the necessity for the Riigikogu, as an institution, to engage in serious discussions and decision-making. While there are no direct mentions of cross-party collaboration or readiness to compromise, the focus remains squarely on institutional procedure.

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Regional Focus
The focus is on a large national infrastructure project (nuclear power plant). There is no reference to specific local or regional interests or communities.

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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed at the Riigikogu's role in adopting major decisions, emphasizing the need for serious discussions and subsequent decision-making. The speaker monitors the process and poses questions, seeking to ensure a thorough debate.

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