Agenda Profile: Evelin Poolamets
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The speaker adopts a strong oppositional position, calling into question the minister's stance on the responsibility of care homes for severe incidents of violence (rape, battery). The focus is on institutional accountability and the demand for appropriate sanctions. This constitutes performance-based criticism, requiring the government to take concrete measures to protect vulnerable residents.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of social and legal issues, specifically focusing on the accountability of care homes. They utilize detailed facts (Pihlakodu, 2023 reports, caregiver discussion groups, photo sharing) and directly reference a journalistic investigation (Eesti Ekspress). This highlights an ability to connect legal responsibility with specific cases and published evidence.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is direct and provocative, posing questions grounded in new facts and the refutation of the former minister's stance. Logical argumentation is employed, referencing concrete evidence (an article, discussion groups) without resorting to emotional appeal. The address concludes with a specific demand for clarification regarding what sanctions should be imposed on the company.
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Activity Patterns
There is not enough data.
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Opposition Stance
The primary target is the Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs, Liisa-Ly Pakosta, whose stance on the accountability of care homes is being heavily attacked. The criticism is aimed at the minister's previous comparison and her failure to ensure corporate liability for serious acts of violence. The attack is based on policy and performance, not personal.
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Collaboration Style
There is not enough data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on a nationwide social and legal issue (the liability of care homes) and the associated political accountability. There is no specific regional focus.
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Economic Views
Economic viewpoints indirectly concern corporate responsibility and the imposition of sanctions against welfare institutions. The speaker demands that sanctions be imposed on the company, which indicates a readiness to regulate and punish business interests in order to ensure social security.
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Social Issues
The speaker addresses social issues, specifically focusing on the safety and mistreatment of the elderly in care facilities. There is a strong emphasis on the necessity of protecting vulnerable individuals, coupled with a demand for institutional accountability regarding severe acts of violence.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on legal liability and the imposition of sanctions against companies that fail to ensure security. The speaker demands clarity regarding what measures should follow, which suggests a focus more on the enforcement of existing regulation and the expansion of liability.
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