Session Profile: Leo Kunnas
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
2024-04-01
Political Position
The political focus is split between national security and historical justice. On the security front, the speaker expresses strong concern over the rise of Islamic extremism and the limited capacity of the Security Police Board (Kaitsepolitseiamet) to operate on two fronts. Furthermore, he demands action regarding the monuments and names of individuals involved in Soviet-era crimes (deportations), emphasizing a value-based approach to history.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise on national defense and internal security issues, referencing the main focus of the work of the Security Police Board (KAPO) and its capability limitations. He uses statistical data regarding the growth of the Muslim community in Estonia (1,500 vs 10,000) to emphasize the emergence of a new security threat. He is also aware of the involvement of historical figures (Juhan Smuul) in the deportations.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and inquisitive, posing pointed questions to the minister regarding specific issues. The tone is one of concern and emphasizes the gravity of the security threats, drawing upon the data and authority provided by the Director General of the Security Police Board.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker actively participates in the work of the National Defence Committee, attending specific meetings, such as the visit to the Security Police Board, which he directly references in his questions.
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Opposition Stance
The main threats the speaker opposes are Russia's subversive activity and radical Islam in Estonia, which constitute two separate fronts for KAPO (the Estonian Internal Security Service). Additionally, he indirectly criticizes the inaction of the government or responsible institutions concerning the memorials dedicated to individuals who participated in the deportations.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The collaborative approach is aimed at posing questions to the minister, seeking solutions to security and historical issues. Cooperation within the framework of the National Defense Committee is evidenced by a joint visit to KAPO, which demonstrates a readiness for collegiate action.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on national security issues and Estonia’s historical memory. International threats are also addressed, such as Russia’s influence activities and Islamic extremism, which directly affect Estonia.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
There is not enough data.
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Social Issues
The growth of the Muslim community in Estonia is addressed as one of the social issues, but it is framed primarily as a security problem, emphasizing the need to counter Islamic extremism and radical Islam, thereby placing civil liberties within a security context.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is primarily on oversight and policy implementation, particularly concerning the capacity and resources of the Internal Security Service (Kaitsepolitseiamet), and the initiation of a policy for managing historical heritage. Specific draft laws or amendments are not mentioned.
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