Agenda Profile: Evelin Poolamets
Implementation of the Minister of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 submission "Fundamental Principles of Criminal Policy until 2030"
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position heavily emphasizes the protection of freedom of speech and freedom of opinion, raising concerns about the potential restriction of these fundamental liberties in Estonia. This stance is critical of a situation where the Prosecutor's Office could potentially initiate criminal proceedings based on political views, stressing the need for a value-based approach to civil liberties. The central question is whether freedom of speech should depend on the popularity or acceptability of someone's views.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the fields of criminal policy, the legal system, and legislation (criminal procedure, the Prosecutor General, the hate speech law). To illustrate their points, they use specific references to interviews published in the media (Postimees, Astrid Asi) and are aware of Estonia's position in press freedom rankings.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, addressing the respected Chairman of the Session and the Minister, while simultaneously being concerned and direct. Rhetorical questions are employed to underscore the seriousness of the issue and demand clarification regarding the actual state of freedom of speech. The style is primarily analytical and fact-based, rather than emotional.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity is restricted to a single appearance during a session of parliament, where a question is addressed to the Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs concerning the implementation of the core principles of criminal policy.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed at the potential actions of the prosecutor's office, which appear to threaten political freedom of speech, citing the positions held by Prosecutor General Astrid Asi. Critical concern is also expressed regarding the direction of the hate speech law currently being developed by the government.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national legal policy issues pertaining to Estonia's constitutional liberties and criminal procedure. Furthermore, Estonia's international standing concerning freedom of the press and freedom of expression is emphasized.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The main social issue is civil liberties, particularly the protection of freedom of speech and opinion from state interference. The speaker expresses strong concern that the expression of political views (e.g., foreign policy analyses) could lead to criminal proceedings. Questions are also being actively raised regarding the progress of drafting the hate speech law.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on implementing the foundational principles of criminal policy, specifically monitoring the drafting process of the hate speech law. The speaker, however, acts more as a critical questioner and expresses skepticism regarding the overall direction of the lawmaking effort.
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