Session Profile: Madis Timpson
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-03-20
Political Position
The political position is procedural and neutral, focusing on the discussion of the draft adoption of the international protocol and the communication of consensus decisions. It was emphasized that the accession will be handled within the existing budget, indicating fiscal responsibility and the implementation of policy within existing resources.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the legislative process and international law, particularly concerning the committee's work and the handling of optional protocols. He/She uses legal terminology and offers a generalizing understanding of the nature of jurisprudence, noting that it often regulates situations retrospectively.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, objective, and descriptive, fitting the role of a committee rapporteur, focusing on summarizing facts and questions posed by colleagues. The speaker used a brief but firm admonition to silence disruptors in the audience ("Please do not interrupt me!").
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker's primary function is serving as the rapporteur for the Steering Committee before the Plenary, providing an overview of the committee session that took place on March 10th. This demonstrates active involvement in the procedural phase of the legislative process and adherence to a regular reporting requirement.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The speaker himself does not express opposition, but rather references the criticism of colleagues Kingo, Grünthal, and Solman regarding the content of the draft bill (outdated content, discrimination against men) and the increase in bureaucracy. He also conveys the ministry’s objections to the criticism, remaining a neutral intermediary.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is open and consensual, as all committee decisions were made by consensus. The speaker describes in detail the collaboration with the minister, ministry specialists, and colleagues from various factions when posing questions.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on international issues (the UN committee, protocols) and the national level (Estonia's domestic situation, the Gender Equality Commissioner). It is mentioned that Estonia and Latvia are the only countries that have not joined the protocol.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The economic perspective is limited to emphasizing fiscal responsibility, as the minister confirmed that implementing the protocol requires no additional funding and will be handled within the existing budget. Colleague Solman’s concern regarding the increase in bureaucracy and costs was also mentioned.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The main social issue is the discrimination against women and the adoption of the related international protocol. During the discussion, questions were also raised regarding the definition of gender (biological vs. social gender), as well as concerns about the discrimination against men in the context of domestic violence and their societal relevance.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the adoption of the international optional protocol, which aims to provide the opportunity to appeal to the UN committee. The speaker is the proponent driving the bill's procedure forward, proposing to conclude the first reading and appointing a representative for the lead committee.
2 Speeches Analyzed