Agenda Profile: Evelin Poolamets
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The most crucial issue is adherence to parliamentary procedural rules and the codes of conduct for ministers. The speaker strongly emphasizes the necessity of establishing a clear threshold for inappropriate behavior, which would result in a minister being removed from the podium. The focus is directed more toward assessing the parliament's internal working procedures and the minister’s conduct (performance) rather than substantive policy matters.
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Topic Expertise
The expertise is evident in matters concerning parliamentary procedural rules and the powers of the session chair, particularly regarding the standards of conduct for ministers at the rostrum. This knowledge is presented in the form of questions designed to clarify the procedural consequences of inappropriate behavior (such as insults or indecent acts). There is an absence of data, technical terminology, or statistics.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is interrogative and challenging, employing a provocative hypothetical example (taking off one's trousers) to highlight the limits of inappropriate conduct. The tone is formal (addressing the chairperson), yet it incorporates an emotional appeal (the offense/insult) to underscore the procedural matter. Rhetorical hyperbole is utilized to draw attention to the infraction.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The main criticism is directed against the minister, who is accused of improper conduct and insulting Helle-Moonika Helme. The attack is intense, focusing on the minister's personal behavior and the breach of procedural rules, thereby calling into question his right to continue at the podium.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
Although the speech occurred during the first reading of the 2026 draft state budget, the speaker focuses on procedural matters and the role of the presiding officer in regulating the conduct of ministers. The core priorities of the budget are not mentioned.
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