Agenda Profile: Hanah Lahe
Chair implementation
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Political Position
The political platform centers on increasing youth participation in democracy, strongly advocating for the reduction of the voting and candidacy ages for European Parliament elections to 16 and 18, respectively. This stance is value-driven, highlighting the importance of giving young people the chance to shape their own future and participate in decisions that affect them. This proposed change is justified by the successful experience of local elections, a model that should be replicated for the benefit of democracy.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in electoral law and European Union election practices, referencing a specific draft bill to amend the European Parliament Election Act. They utilize comparative data, noting that 15 member states have a voting and candidacy age of at least 18.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is predominantly formal and procedural, respectfully addressing the presiding officer and colleagues. Logical arguments are employed during the presentation of the draft bill, emphasizing the necessity of the legislative amendment for the inclusion of young people. A brief, sharp procedural question is also raised, which calls into question the session's commitment to its work.
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Activity Patterns
Speaking activity is rare, but it encompasses both significant legislative initiatives (the submission of a draft bill) and procedural interventions, along with questions regarding the organization of the session. One instance of speaking was a brief acknowledgment of an error.
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Opposition Stance
The confrontation is procedural, aimed at the presiding officer or colleagues who appear to have refused the work. The criticism itself is brief and focuses on the efficiency of the task, directly questioning why they are unwilling to perform the job.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker demonstrates a strong capacity for collaboration by presenting a draft bill initiated by 46 members of the Riigikogu. This points to the establishment of broad-based support for the legislative initiative among colleagues.
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Regional Focus
The focus is directed towards national legislation and international topics, particularly the European Parliament elections and the practices of European Union member states. There is no reference to local or regional issues.
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Economic Views
Insufficient data.
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Social Issues
The main social issue addressed is the engagement and participation of young people in civic life and politics, supporting the lowering of the voting age as a success story for democracy. The goal is to provide young people with opportunities at the legislative level to shape their own future.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on amending the European Parliament Election Act to lower the voting and candidacy age. The speaker is taking the role of initiator and chief proponent, presenting the bill on behalf of 46 Riigikogu members and emphasizing its importance for democracy.
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