Session Profile: Alar Laneman
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
2024-05-09
Political Position
The political stance focuses on protecting the integrity and freedom of elections, which are considered the foundation of every democratic state. This issue is strongly linked to national defense, as distrust in e-elections is treated as a hybrid warfare threat that could potentially undermine defense readiness. The position is strongly value-based, emphasizing the critical importance of preserving democratic cornerstones.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise at the intersection of national defense and democratic processes, employing specific terminology such as "in the context of hybrid warfare." Particular emphasis is placed on the link between suspicion regarding e-voting and defense readiness, thereby positioning the speaker as an expert on issues of security and electoral integrity.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is serious, cautionary, and analytical, emphasizing the criticality of the situation ("trouble is not far off"). Logical argumentation is used, linking the foundations of democracy and national defense issues, and the question is presented in a formal and respectful tone.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national and international issues, addressing topics related to democracy, elections, and national defense in a broader context. There is no mention of specific local or regional problems.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
Among social issues, the integrity and freedom of elections are emphasized as the cornerstone of a democratic society. This topic is linked to security, as distrust in elections jeopardizes the will to defend.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on election-related issues, with the speaker attempting to highlight the potential effect that a lack of confidence in e-voting could have on national defense. The speaker is participating in the debate as a questioner.
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