Agenda Profile: Enn Eesmaa
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Law on the Election of the President of the Republic (684 SE)
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The speaker firmly and strongly supports the position that the Estonian people should directly elect their president, employing value-based argumentation and citing Finland’s positive example. Although the bill under consideration is viewed as a step in the right direction, it is emphasized that it does not yet constitute the definitive solution. The political focus remains directed toward improving the democratic procedure.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates an awareness of the details of the presidential election bill, specifically mentioning the importance of technical amendments and the right of presidential candidates to address the Riigikogu floor. To substantiate this knowledge, a comparison is drawn with Finland's successful presidential selection process.
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Rhetorical Style
The address is supportive, constructive, and inquisitive in tone, directed straight at the leader of the initiative group. The style is balanced, incorporating both political acknowledgement (praising the cooperation) and a proposal (a referendum), which appeals to the wider public opinion.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The viewpoints of the opposition are not expressed, nor is any specific opposing side criticized.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker highly values cross-party cooperation, noting with pleasure that the initiative group includes representatives from virtually all parties represented in the Riigikogu. The style of cooperation is supportive and encouraging.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly at the national level (the presidential election law) and on international comparison (Finland).
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The issue of democratic participation is addressed, proposing the organization of a referendum to ask the Estonian people's opinion on the procedure for electing the president. This emphasizes the desire to involve the public in making crucial decisions regarding state governance.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative priority is the draft bill (684 SE) to amend the Act on the Election of the President of the Republic, which the speaker supports as a step toward a popularly elected president. Separate emphasis is placed on the importance of the technical amendments and the provision concerning candidates appearing before the Riigikogu.
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