Session Profile: Arvo Aller
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
2024-01-16
Political Position
The political stance is strongly rooted in values and aims for the complete removal of Soviet occupation symbols (the 'red monuments'). The speaker criticizes the state's current limited action, which has focused solely on monuments situated on state land, and urgently demands their removal from private properties as well. He deems the use of the sanctity of burial sites as a means to avoid removal to be an insufficient and even cynical justification.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the procedures and historical context of relocating red monuments, referencing a specific example of a monument moved from the city center to a cemetery. They are well-versed in the legal distinctions concerning memorials situated on state versus private land and employ relevant terminology such as "peace of the grave" and "red monuments."
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is direct, critical, and argumentative, emphasizing the urgency of the topic and the necessity of action. The speaker employs rhetorical questions and contrasts (e.g., the peace of the grave versus the glorification of occupation) to refute the opposing side's justifications. The tone is formal, but sharp and demanding in content.
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Activity Patterns
The data indicates active participation in the plenary session, delivering two consecutive addresses on the same topic (the removal of red monuments). The speaker begins their addresses with polite salutations directed toward the presiding officer and the rapporteur.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at those who employ the "leaving the dead in peace" argument to obstruct the relocation of Soviet monuments, labeling this tactic as merely finding a justification to avoid taking further steps. Furthermore, the state's current policy, which has failed to remove monuments situated on private land, is also under fire.
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Collaboration Style
Insufficient Data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is nationwide, addressing all Soviet-era monuments across Estonia, emphasizing the necessity of solving the problem comprehensively, rather than concentrating solely on one specific location or region.
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Economic Views
Insufficient data.
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is tied to historical justice, national identity, and security, demanding the removal of symbols of the Soviet occupation from the public space. The speaker emphasizes that the existence of these monuments enables the glorification of the Soviet occupation and Russian power.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on amending or expanding the draft bill to mandate the state to relocate all Soviet-era monuments, including those situated on private land. The speaker is a supporter of the initiative and wishes to significantly broaden its scope.
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