Agenda Profile: Enn Eesmaa
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (410 OE) of the Riigikogu titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Find a Solution for the Construction of an Extension to the National Opera Estonia"
2024-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is on the debate over the location of the extension to the National Opera Estonia, where the speaker supports the initiative (and thanks the initiator). They take a strong personal stand against the existing glass pavilion/café, deeming it absolutely inappropriate for the park setting. The position is primarily value-based, focusing on architectural compatibility and aesthetics.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the role of heritage preservation and international organizations (the UN) in planning disputes. They focus on architectural compatibility and criticize the process by which the previous structure (the glass pavilion) was erected. The speaker assumes the colleague has thoroughly researched the issue, addressing them with a specific historical question.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is initially accommodating and appreciative, expressing sincere gratitude to the colleague for the initiative. The tone then shifts, becoming critical and personal, employing strong judgments ("My personal opinion is this," "absolutely does not belong there"). The speaker uses rhetorical sarcasm, making reference to the sheer number of dining establishments in Tallinn.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is participating in the debate across several stages, noting that they will take the floor again later, which suggests a planned, segmented contribution. The current pattern of activity involves supporting the initiative and posing substantive questions to the initiator.
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Opposition Stance
The speaker strongly criticizes the glass pavilion/café as an inappropriate structure that does not belong in the park. He/She questions the inaction of heritage protection authorities, the UN, and other organizations during the construction of this café. Furthermore, he/she critically refers to the "purists" who oppose the extension of the Estonia Theatre but failed to protest against the café.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is cooperative toward the initiator of the proposal, expressing sincere thanks for the initiative. The collaboration involves seeking knowledge from a colleague who has thoroughly researched the subject by posing targeted questions to them.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly on Tallinn and the planning issues of a specific park area surrounding the Estonia National Opera. The discussion centers on the themes of the local urban planning environment and architectural suitability.
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Economic Views
The speaker expresses criticism regarding the abundance of food and beverage establishments in Tallinn, implying that public and historically sensitive space should not be used for commercial purposes. This indicates a preference for preserving public space over commercial development in the given location.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on Riigikogu Draft Resolution 410 (DR), which seeks to find a solution for building the extension of the National Opera Estonia. The speaker supports this initiative and is using this platform to bring attention to the related planning disputes.
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