Agenda Profile: Rain Epler
Inquiry regarding the promotion of gender equality and equal treatment in private and family life (No. 268)
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is strongly focused on evaluating the government's actions and accountability. The speaker criticizes the minister's refusal to answer the interpellation, thereby calling into question the government's overall approach to its obligation to respond to inquiries from members of parliament. The focus is more on procedural matters and effectiveness, rather than the original political substance itself.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of parliamentary procedures and the objectives of the interpellation. The expertise focuses on the responsibility and conduct of ministers before the Riigikogu, rather than the substantive issues of the original interpellation.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, but quickly turns critical and expresses astonishment ("it kind of took me by surprise"). Direct and rhetorical questions are used to call into question the legitimacy of the minister's behavior and the accountability of the government.
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Activity Patterns
The modes of operation are limited to participating in the inquiry, where a question is raised regarding the minister's avoidance of a response. Emphasis is placed on the right of the Member of Parliament to expect answers from the government.
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Opposition Stance
The primary conflict is directed at the minister and the government, criticizing their procedural conduct and their avoidance of providing answers during the interpellation. The criticism focuses on the minister’s claim that he will not “play into the provocation,” and demands clarification on whether this approach is the general policy of the government.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
Although the initial query concerned the topic of gender equality, the speaker shifted the focus of their question away from social issues and onto the minister's conduct and accountability. Consequently, the speech does not contain a stance on social topics.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed toward ensuring the proper execution of parliamentary work procedures and the mechanism for handling inquiries. Specific new bills or amendments are not mentioned.
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