Agenda Profile: Anti Poolamets
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (287 SE)
2024-02-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political stance is strongly focused on enhancing the accountability and transparency of local electoral alliances. It emphasizes the need to close legal loopholes that currently allow these alliances to evade reporting obligations and the payment of penalty fines by distancing themselves immediately after an election. This position is policy-driven, centering on connecting organizational forms (such as NGOs or political parties) directly with responsibility.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding election financing regulations, particularly the procedures of the ERJK (Committee for the Supervision of Party Financing) and the imposition of penalty payments. Technical terms are employed, such as "diffuse association" and "partnership agreement." A specific case from Rakvere is cited as an example. The expertise centers on the differences between organizational structures and their corresponding legal liability.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and analytical, employing emotional terms ("tragicomic campaign," "outrage") to describe irresponsibility. The argument is supported by a specific case study from Rakvere, which illustrates the shortcomings of the legislation. The style is formal, yet it includes blunt assessments.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is directed against electoral alliances, which function as sprawling, diffuse entities and exploit legislative loopholes to avoid responsibility and accountability. They are contrasted with political parties, which possess an organizational form that allows them to be held to account. The criticism is procedural and centers on questions of ethical responsibility.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is inquisitive and dialogue-oriented, seeking information from the presenter regarding the intermediate options discussed. The speaker is open to compromises and alternative solutions, such as the requirement for electoral alliances to organize themselves as a non-profit association (NGO) or to establish a minimum number of members.
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Regional Focus
The regional focus is clearly represented, using the city of Rakvere and its local electoral alliance "Rakvere Heaks" as an example of a massive, yet irresponsible campaign. The Rakvere example is a central argument for illustrating the shortcomings of the national draft law.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on the Draft Act amending the Local Government Council Election Act (Bill 287 SE). The speaker supports strengthening the legislation, proposing specific amendments, such as the requirement for groups to register as a non-profit association (NGO) or establishing a minimum membership threshold for participation in local elections. The goal is to ensure the legal accountability of electoral coalitions.
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