Agenda Profile: Anti Poolamets
Inquiry regarding a network of number plate recognition cameras and the associated database (no. 756)
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is strongly value-based, focusing on the protection of fundamental constitutional rights and data privacy against excessive state intervention. The speaker vigorously opposes the situation where the location data of millions of people is collected without a clear legal basis, accusing the government of defending voluntarism. This stance is strongly oppositional and demands the swift restoration of the principles of the rule of law.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in constitutional law and data protection, utilizing specific terminology such as "derogations from fundamental rights" and "legal bases." The critical importance of having a legal basis for any such derogation is stressed, and reference is made to the prime minister's legal background to underscore the necessity of legal competence.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is sharply critical and confrontational, expressing astonishment and disappointment ("I am truly surprised by this"). Strong rhetorical questions are employed ("why are you so yielding?") along with stark contrasts (class photos versus millions of movement data points) to underscore the illogicality and injustice of the government's actions.
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Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data to determine a recurring speech rhythm or public speaking patterns, as only one inquiry has been submitted.
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Opposition Stance
The primary opponents are the Prime Minister and government officials, who are being criticized for their lack of rigor and for permitting the collection of data without a legal basis. The criticism is both procedural and value-based, accusing the officials of "voluntarism" and the Prime Minister of excessive leniency.
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Collaboration Style
The address is a direct confrontation with the prime minister, taking the form of a formal inquiry, which indicates neither cooperation nor a willingness to compromise.
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Regional Focus
The focus is purely on national issues, addressing fundamental constitutional rights and the nationwide network of license plate recognition cameras.
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Economic Views
There is not enough data.
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Social Issues
The speaker focuses heavily on social issues concerning civil liberties and privacy, pitting mass data collection against strict data protection standards. Emphasis is placed on the paramount importance of fundamental rights, and there is a demand for their protection against state action.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on remedying and requiring fixes for the deficiencies in the legal basis of the existing data collection system. The speaker is acting as an opponent of the system, demanding that data should not be collected without a legal basis.
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