Session Profile: Riina Solman
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
2025-09-16
Political Position
The political stance opposes the draft bill introduced by the Minister of the Interior concerning the monitoring of terrorist propaganda, arguing that it is "crude" and could lead to thought control. The speaker emphasizes the necessity of tackling radicalization at the legislative level while simultaneously protecting the interests of the Estonian state against subversive thought patterns. This position is strongly value-based, focusing on the defense of civil liberties.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker positions themselves as a media expert, highlighting concerning patterns observed in the Russian-language Delfi and in connection with the Song Festival. They also reference their previous experience as a former Minister of Population to explain the hasty legislative practices of the security ministries and their tendency to eagerly propose such measures for defense.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and respectful, especially when thanking the Chancellor of Justice and the Deputy Speaker of the Riigikogu, but it also includes personal humor related to being confused with Riina Sikkut. The speaker employs an analytical approach, posing direct questions regarding the legal basis of the draft legislation to ensure balance and coherence.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
Records indicate participation in the plenary session, where questions were posed to the Chancellor of Justice. The speaker is actively involved in legislative discussions, focusing on a specific security-related draft bill.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed at the actions of the Minister of the Interior and the security ministries, accusing them of rushing and putting forward a "raw" draft bill. The opposition is intense because, in the speaker's estimation, the bill threatens the emergence of ideological control.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is respectful and appreciative, particularly toward the Chancellor of Justice, who is being thanked for introducing balance and coherence into the Riigikogu chamber. The speaker addresses the Chancellor of Justice directly, seeking clarification and a legal assessment.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level, addressing the protection of the interests of the Estonian state and concerning patterns observed in the media, including in Russian-language Delfi and in relation to the Song Festival.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Insufficient data.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The primary social issue is the balance between security and civil liberties, with the speaker firmly opposing measures that resemble "attitude policing" or "thought control." Concern is also expressed regarding the incitement of people, which works against the interests of the Estonian state.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is centered on opposing the bill, introduced by the Minister of the Interior, which seeks to criminalize the tracking of terrorist propaganda. The speaker acts as both a critic and an interrogator, concentrating on the bill's legal foundation and its premature, undeveloped nature.
3 Speeches Analyzed