Agenda Profile: Evelin Poolamets
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Election Act, the Local Government Council Election Act, and the European Parliament Election Act (292 SE)
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political stance is highly critical of the current structure of e-elections, underscoring the lack of public confidence. Data indicates that 40% of the population does not trust e-voting, demonstrating that the situation is extremely serious and necessitates change. This position is strongly value- and results-driven, focusing on the essential need to restore trust.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the trustworthiness of e-voting, citing specific percentages from public surveys (for instance, 40% do not trust e-elections, and only 8% believe everything is in order). This points to knowledge of election administration and public opinion, along with the capability to utilize statistical data to back up their argument.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is serious and concerned, highlighting the gravity of the situation ("very serious") and the resulting public alienation. Rhetorical questions are employed to stress the necessity of change ("how bad can the situation get before something changes?"). The style effectively merges statistical logic with an insistent tone.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker mentions participating in the EKRE faction’s meeting with Chancellor of Justice Ülle Madise, which demonstrates the faction's active engagement and its consultations with high-ranking state officials. The speeches were delivered during the first reading of the draft bill at the Riigikogu session.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed at the current organization of e-elections and the institutions that support it, indirectly criticizing Chancellor of Justice Ülle Madise’s positive assessment of e-elections. The criticism is procedural and focuses on the lack of public trust.
2 Speeches Analyzed
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
The legislative focus is on amendments to election laws (the laws governing elections for the Riigikogu, local government, and the European Parliament, Bill 292 SE). The speaker is a strong critic of the existing system and urgently calls for legislative measures to restore public confidence in e-voting.
2 Speeches Analyzed