Agenda Profile: Heljo Pikhof
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a Proposal to the Government of the Republic" (630 OE)
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance expresses strong support for the government's action plan to combat fraud, emphasizing the broad scope and urgency of the problem ("it's high time"). The position is focused on effectiveness and value-based protection, especially concerning vulnerable groups, and calls into question the opposing side's stance regarding state responsibility. Preventing deterioration and assisting victims are highlighted as priority issues.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates awareness of specific forms of fraud, naming phishing calls, identity theft, and romance scams. Their expertise is largely based on personal cases, as it is mentioned that over 10 fraud victims have reached out to them. They are also aware of the social consequences of these scams, such as damage to mental health and the need for social benefits.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The tone is urgent and anxious, highlighting the personal suffering of fraud victims through emotional examples (a pensioner, a single parent losing their life savings). In the second address, the style is confrontational, leveling sharp rhetorical questions at the opposing side and refuting the opponent's logic that becoming a victim of fraud is merely an individual's problem.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
Data is scarce
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Opposition Stance
It sharply opposes the viewpoint that falling victim to fraud is solely the victim's own problem, criticizing this logic as both inappropriate and insufficient. The critique is grounded in values and policy, emphasizing the state's obligation to curb fraudulent activities and assist victims. The opponent's position is refuted using concrete examples that demonstrate the resulting social harm.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The first speech supports the task assigned to the Government of the Republic to develop an action plan, indicating a willingness to cooperate in policy formation. There is no information regarding inter-party cooperation or a readiness to compromise. The second speech is directed toward challenging the opposing side's viewpoints.
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Regional Focus
It focuses on national policy and legislation (action plan, draft legislation). Local government is mentioned only as a provider of social assistance, the place where victims turn for help. There is no specific regional focus.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Economic views center on protecting citizens' savings from criminal activity, especially concerning vulnerable groups. It is emphasized that the financial ruin resulting from fraud (debt, destitution) requires state intervention through social support and healthcare services.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The primary social issues are security (the fight against fraud) and social vulnerability. Emphasis is placed on the need to protect the elderly and single parents, and to ensure they receive mental health and social support after becoming victims. Ensuring security is directly linked to social well-being.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed towards supporting Riigikogu Draft Resolution 630 OE, which proposes that the Government of the Republic develop an anti-fraud action plan. The speaker is a strong proponent of the initiative and inquires about its effectiveness, while awaiting new related draft legislation.
2 Speeches Analyzed