Session Profile: Riina Solman
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
2024-10-10
Political Position
The political stance is strongly value-driven and well-considered, focusing on the protection and safety of children. The speaker firmly opposes the adoption of the bill if it leaves open the possibility that pedophiles could be employed in children's institutions. This position is aimed at correcting procedural errors and demands clarity before moving forward.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Expertise is evident in the legislative procedures, particularly in the context of the bill's second reading and the proposed amendments. The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the legal constraints within the social sector and criticizes the Social Affairs Committee for its insufficient discussion regarding the content of the bill.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The speaker's rhetorical style is serious, formal, and insistent, emphasizing the necessity of debate and warning against "gross errors" in the legislative process. Direct questions are posed to the rapporteur, and appeals are made both to procedural correctness and moral values (the safety of children).
3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker is actively participating in the debate of the Riigikogu plenary session, posing repeated questions and ultimately making a formal proposal on behalf of the Isamaa faction to suspend the second reading of the draft bill. This pattern of activity is aimed at direct intervention in the legislative process during a critical phase.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The opposition is aimed at the current handling of Draft Bill 427, criticizing both the rapporteur and the Social Affairs Committee for insufficient debate and procedural errors. The intensity of the opposition is high, as they are demanding the immediate suspension of the second reading to prevent the law from being adopted in a flawed form.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The cooperation is taking place internally within the faction, as the speaker is submitting an official proposal on behalf of the Isamaa faction. There is no indication of openness to finding compromises with the coalition or other factions; instead, the suspension of the proceedings is demanded in order to achieve clarity.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The main social issue is child safety and protection, which is linked to the question of whether pedophiles or individuals suspected of pedophilia will be allowed to work in children's institutions in the future. This matter is being treated as a vital topic that concerns "Estonia's future generation."
3 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on Bill SE 427, the second reading of which the speaker is attempting to suspend. The objective is to avoid errors and gain clarity regarding the restrictions on employment in children's institutions, thus making the speaker a strong opponent of the bill in its current form.
3 Speeches Analyzed