Agenda Profile: Henn Põlluaas
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position focuses on the reliability of the e-voting system and its compliance with international requirements. The speaker expresses strong doubt that the Estonian e-voting system meets the requirements stipulated in the Council of Europe's 2017 standards. This stance is aimed at identifying the system's shortcomings, emphasizing the procedural and technical framework.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding electoral procedures and international standards, specifically citing the Council of Europe's 2017 standards. They employ technical terminology, outlining requirements such as the unique identification of voters, the immutability of the vote, and the system-independent verifiability of evidence. This expertise is focused on listing specific technical and legal requirements and subsequently casting doubt on their fulfillment.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is analytical and inquisitive, relying on logical argumentation and authoritative sources. The speaker quotes international standards in detail to substantiate their position, maintaining a formal and objective tone. The appeal is focused on facts and verifying compliance with standards.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed against the administrators and defenders of the e-voting system, who assert that the system complies with international standards. The criticism is procedural, focusing on the system's inability to meet the requirements set by the Council of Europe, such as guaranteeing the secrecy and immutability of the vote.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level (the Estonian e-voting system) and on international standards (the Council of Europe). There is no regional or local focus.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on the procedural review of the electoral system and its compliance with international standards. The speaker acts more as a critic and auditor, rather than an initiator of new legislation, highlighting the shortcomings in the implementation of existing norms.
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