Agenda Profile: Evelin Poolamets
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Appointment of Martin Triipan as a Member of the Supreme Court" (744 OE)
2025-11-11
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political position is heavily focused on prioritizing the principles of Estonian law and its core value system. The speaker raises a pointed question: should the state tolerate a situation where citizens utilize foreign legislation that conflicts with the Estonian legal framework (specifically citing the example of surrogacy)? This position is strongly value-driven, emphasizing the necessity of protecting Estonian laws from foreign practices.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of Estonian legislation (the ban on surrogacy) and the field of international conflict of laws. The focus is on the contradictions within the legal framework and how Estonia should react to the actions of citizens that violate domestic laws.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, presenting the candidate with a direct ethical and legal dilemma. A logical appeal is employed, highlighting the conflict between the violation of law and the value framework. The tone is serious and investigative, aiming to elicit a clear position on the question of legal sovereignty.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity is limited to asking a single question during the hearing of a candidate at the Riigikogu session. The speaker reacts quickly to events covered in the media (the ETV broadcast on Father's Day) and introduces them into the parliamentary debate.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is not directed at political opponents, but rather at the behavior of Estonian citizens who use foreign legislation to carry out activities that are in conflict with the Estonian legal space. Essentially, the speaker is referring to a violation of the law as defined by Estonian standards.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national legal framework and international legal conflicts that arise from the activities of Estonian citizens abroad (USA). There is no emphasis on specific Estonian regional topics.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The speaker addresses a social issue, highlighting the ban on surrogacy in Estonia and the associated ethical and legal problems. The social focus is on protecting Estonia’s legal and value system against controversial family law practices.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on the enforcement of existing Estonian law (the prohibition of surrogacy) and asserting its primacy over international practices. The issue is directed toward jurisprudence and how the law should be interpreted at the level of the Supreme Court.
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