Agenda Profile: Anti Poolamets
Inquiry regarding the financing of Russian-language Delfi and ETV+
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political stance heavily centers on the loyalty and suitability of the national broadcaster's (ERR/ETV+) leadership, specifically opposing the appointment of a Russian citizen to head a channel tasked with counterbalancing the Kremlin information sphere. This position is value-based, stressing the appropriate expenditure of Estonian taxpayer funds and highlighting national security risks. The core focus remains the role of public media in defending democracy and mitigating external influences.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates competence regarding the goals and role of the national broadcaster, particularly concerning the balancing of the information space and addressing security risks. They are highly knowledgeable about the principles governing the funding and management of public media and are capable of referencing specific quotes and positions.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is confrontational and critical, employing the format of an interpellation when addressing the Prime Minister. The speaker uses emotional appeals and hypothetical threat scenarios (referencing the practices of a neighboring country, "the forceful Vladimir and Gennadi") and presents their arguments through pointed rhetorical questions. The style remains formal, but the content is sharp and accusatory.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at the choices made by the ERR management and, indirectly, at the Prime Minister's government, which supports those choices. The opposition is intense and focuses both on the unsuitability of the individuals involved (a Russian citizen) and the fundamental threat this poses to the country's information space. The criticism is also directed at the leader's attitudes, which are seen as failing to grasp the core purpose for which the channel was established.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (Estonian Public Broadcasting, the Estonian taxpayer) and, more broadly, at the geopolitical level, addressing threats to the information space originating from Russia and the neighbor state's influence practices.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives are presented through the prism of public sector funding, emphasizing the need to justify the use of taxpayer money. The economic viability of maintaining specific managers and the channel is called into question if their loyalty and understanding of the objective are questionable.
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Social Issues
Among the social issues addressed is the theme of citizenship and national loyalty, raising doubts about the suitability of a Russian citizen to head public media. Citizenship is viewed as a value-based choice, contrasting with a pragmatic, benefit-driven selection.
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Legislative Focus
Legislative focus is lacking; this constitutes oversight of government activity in the form of a parliamentary inquiry. The priority is the scrutiny of the principles governing the management and financing of public media, and demanding accountability.
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