Agenda Profile: Rain Epler

Interpellation regarding the capability to ensure internal security in the new situation where uncontrolled immigration has made the people of Estonia worried about their property and their lives (No. 536)

2024-01-15

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Political Position
The most important issue is the significant divergence between the government's position and the interests of the Estonian people and entrepreneurs, a divergence that is being heavily criticized based on its outcomes. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on the necessity of maintaining the integrity and accessibility of statistics, particularly concerning sensitive parameters such as nationality and citizenship. The speaker's position is that government decisions should, to a large extent, align with the interests of the Estonian people and entrepreneurs.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the methodology of statistics collection and the ideological constraints imposed on data publication in the "progressive West." Particular attention is paid to parameters such as sex, ethnicity, and citizenship, concerning which the availability of data in Estonia is being questioned. Technical terms like "parameters" are utilized, and restrictions on the publication of statistics are referenced.

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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and analytical, employing logical argumentation and direct quotes from the minister’s previous statements. The speech opens with sharp criticism directed at the minister, intended to highlight the divergence between the viewpoints of the government and the public. It concludes with a specific question concerning the availability of statistics—one that demands a simple yes-or-no answer—indicating a desire for clear and unambiguous information.

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Activity Patterns
There is too little data.

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Opposition Stance
The main confrontation is directed against the government and the minister, who are being criticized because the government's stance does not align with the interests of the Estonian people and entrepreneurs. The criticism is intense and outcome-based, utilizing the minister's own quote as the foundation for the rebuttal, thereby highlighting the inadequacy of the government's actions.

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Collaboration Style
There is too little data.

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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level, emphasizing the "Estonian position" and the interests of the Estonian people and entrepreneurs. There is also an international comparison, referencing the limitations of statistics in the "progressive West."

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Economic Views
Expresses clear support for the interests of Estonian entrepreneurs, emphasizing that the government's positions should largely align with them. This indicates a preference for an economic policy that serves local business interests.

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Social Issues
Social issues are highlighted through statistical transparency, particularly concerning nationality, citizenship, and gender. The speaker expresses concern about "ideological restrictions" that impede the collection and publication of data, which is crucial in the context of internal security and immigration.

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Legislative Focus
The focus is on questioning the government's actions and accountability, especially regarding the practices of collecting and publishing national statistics. This is an interpellation that centers on scrutinizing the government's activities, rather than a specific legislative initiative.

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