Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position strongly supports amending the constitution to ensure voting rights primarily for citizens of the Republic of Estonia. Simultaneously, a proposal is being made to consider including European Union citizens in the draft bill to enhance its quality. This position is aimed at improving both policy and procedures.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Demonstrating expertise in constitutional law and legislative procedure by referring to the need for and subsequent lack of comparative analysis, as well as the committee’s consideration of two parallel draft bills.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The tone is analytical and interrogative, focusing on logical and procedural arguments. Direct rhetorical questions are employed to challenge the rhetoric of opposing parties and the commission’s decisions, all while maintaining formal language use.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The data is limited to two speeches during a single session concerning the first reading of the draft Act on the Amendment of the Constitution.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
Criticism is aimed at the Social Democrats (Sotsid) regarding their rhetoric concerning the absence of comparative analysis. Coalition committee members are also criticized for failing to consider the readiness for negotiation and obstructing the equal advancement of the two best bills.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Readiness for compromise and negotiations was expressed, noting that the initiators of the bill were prepared to negotiate regarding the second point. The necessity of advancing both constitutional amendment bills equally is emphasized in order to find the single best solution.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
Insufficient data.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Insufficient data.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The central social issue is suffrage, where support is given to amending the constitution to restrict voting rights primarily to citizens of the Republic of Estonia, while simultaneously considering the inclusion of European Union citizens.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is on the draft Act on amending the Constitution (527 SE), which relates to restricting suffrage. Emphasis is placed on procedural aspects, such as comparative analysis and committee work, as well as opportunities for improving the content of the draft.
2 Speeches Analyzed