Agenda Profile: Valdo Randpere
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is primarily aimed at challenging the value-based and procedural conduct of the opposition party (EKRE). They prefer framing the political narrative through earlier, highly contentious standpoints (opposition to surrogacy, human trafficking) and demand clarification regarding the tactics used to obstruct parliamentary work.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the opposition party's (EKRE) previous political stances, especially regarding the issue of surrogacy. The speaker is also well versed in the procedural history of the Riigikogu, referencing the handling of bills last autumn (the submission of amendments).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is interrogative and analytical, employing direct, two-part questions. The tone is formal and slightly provocative, demanding a clear declaration from the opposition regarding future parliamentary tactics, while balancing political and procedural criticism.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is directed at EKRE, focusing both on political inconsistency (the connection to fears surrounding surrogacy) and procedural behavior (referencing the potential submission of thousands of amendments). The intensity of the criticism is moderate, yet demanding and direct.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is expressed through the demand that the opposing side (EKRE) issue a clear declaration regarding its future legislative intentions, thereby preventing the obstruction of parliamentary work. No direct compromise or offer of cooperation is presented.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
Among the social issues highlighted is the topic of surrogacy, which EKRE has previously labeled as opening the door to human trafficking. This subject is being raised to evaluate the consistency of the opposition party's core values in relation to the current family status bill.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft Act amending the Vital Statistics Registration Act (Bill 106 SE). The speaker is acting as an interrogator, focusing on the opposition party's intentions regarding supporting the bill, voting against it, or engaging in obstruction (through amendments).
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