Session Profile: Helir-Valdor Seeder
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
2024-07-15
Political Position
The most prominent issue is the composition and organization of the Riigikogu Board. The speaker strongly supports Urmas Reinsalu’s candidacy, justifying this by the need to protect parliamentary democracy and sound political culture. The stance is strongly value-based and is aimed at improving the work of the current Board, emphasizing Reinsalu’s ability to organize the parliament’s work more effectively.
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Topic Expertise
The review focuses on the organization of parliamentary work, the duties of the Riigikogu Board, and the value placed on executive experience. The candidate's long-term parliamentary and executive work experience is highlighted as the basis for their competence. The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the necessity of parliamentary leadership and maintaining governmental relations.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and persuasive, aimed at gathering support for the candidate in the Riigikogu Board elections. Direct, yet moderately critical claims are used regarding the current board, citing their insufficient performance. Appeals are based on the candidate's qualifications and values, such as the defense of democracy and sound political culture.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The main criticism is directed at the current Riigikogu Board, who are accused of insufficient work organization and protecting the political culture. The criticism is procedural and focuses on performance capability, arguing that Reinsalu is capable of organizing the parliament's work better.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is actively seeking cross-party support, calling on EKRE members to also back the Isamaa candidate. This demonstrates a willingness for tactical cooperation among the opposition factions, referencing the collective size of the "factions under the window."
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Regional Focus
The focus is entirely at the national level, concentrating on the operational procedures of the Riigikogu and matters of parliamentary governance.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
There is no legislative focus; the priority is procedural, centering on the election of the Riigikogu Board during an extraordinary session. The objective is to ensure the proper functioning of the parliament and maintain good relations with the government.
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