Session Profile: Evelin Poolamets
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
2024-11-20
Political Position
The political focus centers on national security and electoral integrity, issues tied to the conditions for issuing the alien's passport (the so-called gray passport). The speaker is concerned that the legal amendment might motivate Russian and Belarusian citizens to apply for the gray passport solely to retain their voting rights. This stance is strongly critical of the procedural shortcomings in the drafting of the bill, specifically emphasizing the complete lack of an impact analysis.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of the conditions and procedures for issuing an alien's passport, directly referencing the website of the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA). In particular, the requirement for consent or an explanatory letter from the country of citizenship is emphasized. This expertise relates to the technical details of immigration policy and administrative procedures.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, critical, and focused on logic, avoiding emotional appeals. The speaker raises pointed questions regarding the absence of an impact analysis and adopts a didactic tone toward the presenter, recommending they consult the PPA website. The emphasis is placed on highlighting procedural errors and deficiencies in the drafting of the bill.
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Activity Patterns
There is too little data.
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Opposition Stance
Criticism is aimed at the presenter of the draft bill and the developers of the legal amendment, who are accused of ignorance and procedural failure. The opposition is based on both policy and procedure, focusing on the absence of an impact assessment and the failure to take consequences into account. The speaker notes that the consequences of applying for a grey passport were not discussed during the drafting of the bill.
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Collaboration Style
There is too little data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national legislation (PPA procedures) and the international context, emphasizing the impact of the behavior of Russian and Belarusian citizens on Estonian domestic politics. There is no reference to specific regions within Estonia.
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Economic Views
There is too little data.
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Social Issues
The social topic addressed is citizenship policy and the right to vote, focusing on Russian and Belarusian citizens. The position emphasizes the need to avoid applying for an alien's passport for the purpose of retaining the right to vote, prioritizing national security.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently centered on the critical evaluation of the proposed legal amendment regarding the issuance of alien passports. The speaker is acting as an opponent or critic of the draft bill, demanding a comprehensive impact analysis and a thorough discussion of the consequences before the legislation is passed.
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