Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller
Interpellation Concerning the Undermining of the State's Foundations (No. 523)
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is strongly value-based, focusing on opposing the redefinition of the concept of marriage without a national referendum. The speaker criticizes the government's actions on procedural grounds, emphasizing that the will of the people should have taken this issue off the table. The stance is highly critical of the method chosen.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the process of redefining the concept of marriage and the political implementation of the popular vote (referendum). Data, statistics, or technical terminology are absent, with the focus being instead on the political procedure and its consequences.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is direct and challenging, utilizing a sharp rhetorical question ("Why are you afraid of organizing a referendum?") to pressure the opposing side. The tone is formal yet critical, emphasizing the logical appeal regarding the necessity of democratic procedure.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is aimed at the government or the opposition, which refused to hold a referendum on redefining the definition of marriage. The criticism is intense and procedural, accusing opponents of fearing a popular vote and ignoring the will of the people.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
Socially and politically, the speaker objects to referring to same-sex cohabitation as marriage and redefining the institution of marriage, stressing the traditional definition (man and woman). The primary concern revolves around the democratic legitimacy of this change, given that no national referendum was held.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is centered on opposing the bill to redefine the concept of marriage and demanding a national referendum on the issue. The speaker is acting as a procedural critic of the legislation initiated by the opposing party.
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