Session Profile: Rain Epler
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
2024-11-20
Political Position
The political focus is on restricting the right to vote in local government elections solely to Estonian citizens. The speaker expresses strong support for this position and criticizes the government's/presenter's failure to submit a corresponding bill. The position is value-based, emphasizing the importance of citizenship as the basis for suffrage.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker is well versed in the procedural processes of the Riigikogu, particularly the argumentation used in rejecting draft legislation and during committee discussions. Furthermore, he/she is familiar with coalition politics and the internal stances of the political parties, publicly referencing the party's positions regarding the question of suffrage.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The speaking style is inquisitive, demanding, and at times rhetorical, seeking simple and clear answers. A challenging tone is employed, particularly when referencing the "ideal world" and linking the failure to meet political objectives to the composition of the coalition. The delivery is formal, addressing both the session chair and the rapporteur.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The data reveals activity in the submission of questions during the plenary session, focusing specifically on the handling of a particular draft bill and the reasons behind its rejection. The speaker poses a series of consecutive, complementary questions regarding the same issue.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The opposition is aimed at the government coalition, particularly the Social Democrats, who are viewed as an obstacle to implementing the desired policy. The reasoning of the committee that rejected the bill is also being criticized, with demands for its justifications to be made public. The criticism is political and procedural, and it is intense.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Information regarding the desire for cooperation is lacking; the speaker focuses instead on casting doubt on the opposing side's arguments and actions. The second speech alludes to political maneuvering by changing the coalition, rather than aiming for compromise.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on legislation at the national level and the issue of citizenship concerning local government elections throughout Estonia. Specific regions, projects, or local issues are not being emphasized.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
There is not enough data.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The primary social issue is the right to vote in local elections, where the speaker firmly supports the stance that only Estonian citizens should be allowed to vote. This is linked to defining the boundaries of citizenship and suffrage.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on a draft bill that would restrict suffrage in local elections exclusively to Estonian citizens. The speaker is a staunch supporter of this change and is demanding clarification regarding its rejection by the committee, positioning themselves as a proponent of the opposition's initiative.
3 Speeches Analyzed