Agenda Profile: Leo Kunnas
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is strongly value-driven, focusing on the issue of abortion, which is treated as a moral or ethical watershed. The speaker frames abortion as murder, emphasizing the need for societal understanding and corresponding behavior. This position strongly supports the bill's objective to restrict or terminate abortions.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the fields of genetics and biology, citing "modern scientific achievements." He/She emphasizes that every person's DNA is individual and unique from the moment of conception. This scientific line of reasoning is used to support moral positions.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is serious and value-driven, establishing a contrast between the moral viewpoints present in the audience. Both emotional appeals (such as equating abortion with murder) and logical/scientific arguments (like the uniqueness of DNA) are employed to substantiate the speaker's position. The speech is formal, yet it includes a friendly direct address to a colleague ("Dear Varro!").
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The confrontation is directed at those who do not recognize abortion as killing, thereby creating a "moral or ethical watershed" in the chamber. The criticism is strongly ethical and value-based, focusing on society's inability to grasp the true nature of the act.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker demonstrates cooperation and support for the colleague, addressing him amicably ("Dear Varro!"). This suggests the sharing of common values and goals in supporting the draft legislation. Data regarding the willingness to compromise is unavailable.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is abortion, concerning which a firm opposing stance is adopted, defining the act as murder. This position is justified using moral values and scientific arguments regarding the individuality of life starting from the moment of conception.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft Act (459 SE) supplementing the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilization. The speaker is a strong supporter of the bill, using their address to present moral and scientific arguments in its support.
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