Session Profile: Andrus Seeme
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
2024-09-17
Political Position
The most crucial issue is the diminishing state presence in the regions, exemplified by the closure of the Social Insurance Board's service point in Põlva County. The speaker takes a critical stance, questioning whether the state is abandoning these areas too readily. This position is strongly driven by concern over the loss of direct contact between citizens and the state.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the country's administrative structure and the provision of social services, citing the work of the Social Insurance Board as an example. They use specific statistical data (five to seven people per day) regarding the service point's visitor numbers to challenge the justification for the closure decision.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and inquiry-based, addressing the Chancellor of Justice respectfully. The speaker employs a logical appeal, presenting a specific case (the closure of the Põlvamaa service point) to illustrate broader political concerns. The tone is concerned and inquisitive, calling into question the proportionality of the state's actions.
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Activity Patterns
There is not enough data.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed at the decision by the state agency (the Social Insurance Board) to close a service point, which signals opposition to the excessive centralization of the state. This opposition is rooted in policy and service provision, focusing specifically on the negative impact it will have on local residents.
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Collaboration Style
There is not enough data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is heavily regional, highlighting the issues facing Põlvamaa as a specific area where the only customer service office is being shut down. The speaker stresses the critical importance of the state's presence specifically in rural regions, contrasting this approach with centralization.
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Economic Views
There is not enough data.
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Social Issues
The social topic being addressed is the accessibility and administrative organization of social services, emphasizing the public's need for direct contact with the state. The issue is framed as a question of the regional accessibility of social security services.
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Legislative Focus
There is not enough data.
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