Agenda Profile: Evelin Poolamets
Interpellation concerning the amendment of the Family Law (No. 256)
2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
Political Position
The political position centers on strong opposition to amendments to the Family Law concerning fundamental values. The speaker criticizes the government for dividing society and for pushing the law through using "strong-arm tactics" in the interests of a "marginal minority." The position is strongly value-based and procedural, stressing that the state has no obligation to legalize same-sex marriage.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates proficiency in the technical details of the Family Law and the Artificial Insemination and Embryo Protection Act (KVEKS). Legal arguments are employed, referencing the European Court of Human Rights' stance on same-sex marriage. A specific question is posed regarding the application of the new legislation, specifically addressing the prevention of marriages between biological siblings.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and adversarial, particularly concerning the government’s actions and the forceful passage of legislation. It employs both emotional appeals (the polarization of society) and legal arguments (referencing the ECtHR). The discourse is formal, focusing on procedural matters (such as submitting an interpellation) and the technical implications of the law.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker's pattern of activity demonstrates the active utilization of parliamentary oversight mechanisms, submitting a query in June 2023 and following up on the response eight months later. This indicates persistence in keeping important value-based issues on the agenda.
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Opposition Stance
The main opponent is Minister of Social Protection Signe Riisalo and the government, who are being criticized for delays and pushing the law through using strong-arm tactics. The criticism is intense, accusing the government of dividing society and acting in the interests of a "marginal minority."
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Collaboration Style
Data is scarce.
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Regional Focus
The focus is solely on domestic legislation (the Family Law Act, KVEKS) and international law (the European Court of Human Rights).
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Economic Views
Data is scarce.
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Social Issues
The speaker is vehemently opposed to the legalization of same-sex marriage, stressing that it is neither a constitutional nor a human right. Social issues are addressed within a moral and value-based framework, while warning against the fragmentation of society. Furthermore, specific questions are being raised regarding the impact of the new artificial insemination law on biological kinship.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is opposing the draft amendment to the Family Law Act and submitting a related interpellation. The speaker is acting against the proposed legislation, demanding answers regarding both the underlying value issues and the technical gaps in the new Artificial Insemination Act.
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