Agenda Profile: Riina Solman
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
Political Position
The political position is strongly value-based, focusing on defending the democratic world order and the necessity of speaking out about important issues. The speaker firmly supports the adoption of the statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia," deeming it necessary. Previous statements of support regarding Ukraine’s territorial integrity and the cessation of Russian aggression are presented as a positive precedent that justifies intervention.
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Topic Expertise
The expertise becomes apparent when evaluating the necessity of foreign policy precedents and international declarations. The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the Riigikogu's prior stances regarding Ukraine and Russian aggression, utilizing these points as arguments in the current debate.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is serious and partially defensive, utilizing rhetorical questions to challenge the motives of the opposing side. The speaker expresses personal concern and embarrassment regarding the questions coming from the floor, balancing emotional and logical argumentation.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity is limited to participation in the first reading of the Riigikogu statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia," where he/she posed a question and defended the necessity of the draft statement.
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Opposition Stance
The adversaries are the delegates who challenge the necessity of the declaration, accusing it of meddling in the affairs of other nations and "telling them how to run their lives." The criticism is intense and value-driven, reflecting notes of concern and personal embarrassment regarding the tone adopted by the opponents.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly on international issues, stressing the crisis of democracy in Georgia and the need to support Ukraine's territorial integrity against Russian aggression.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on supporting the Riigikogu statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE) and underscoring its necessity. The speaker is both the initiator and the defender of this specific foreign policy stance.
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