Agenda Profile: Rain Epler
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Emergency Situation Act (124 SE)
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is supportive of the draft amendment to the Emergency Situation Act (Bill 124 SE), which is considered entirely sensible and important. The speaker sharply criticizes the rejection of the bill, suspecting that this is due to political opposition (given that the bill originated with the opposition) or the government’s promise to submit its own version later.
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Topic Expertise
Expertise is evident in the legislative process and administrative matters, focusing on the handling of draft legislation and the commission's argumentation. The speaker is familiar with the deadlines for the directives (October) and is aware of the communication among ministry officials, referencing the actions taken by the Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry of Climate.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is questioning, critical, and at times accusatory, employing rhetorical questions to cast doubt on the coalition's motives. A strong emotional appeal is utilized, referencing the alleged dishonesty of officials ("who are just making things up") to emphasize the injustice of rejecting the bill.
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Activity Patterns
An active participant in the Riigikogu session during the first reading, posing questions directed at the committee rapporteurs. They closely monitor the recent communication of government institutions and the activities of officials, highlighting fresh examples.
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Opposition Stance
Strong opposition to the actions of the coalition and officials, who reject the opposition's bill on political grounds or delay it using bureaucratic pretexts. Criticism is aimed at the integrity of the officials and the political obstruction that prevents the adoption of a simple yet crucial law.
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Collaboration Style
The cooperative style is direct and interrogative, involving addressing the committee rapporteurs to seek clarification on the reasoning behind the rejection. The speaker attempts to understand the opposing side's justifications but remains skeptical and critical of them. There is no information available regarding cooperation with other political parties.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the Emergency Situation Act (124 SE), which the speaker considers important and supports. Furthermore, the speaker is concentrating on defending the Riigikogu's procedural rules and the rights of the opposition, having acted as the primary spokesperson for the initiated draft bill.
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