Agenda Profile: Aleksandr Tšaplõgin
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Organizing a referendum on the question of electricity production from oil shale" (581 OE)
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political position strongly supports holding a referendum, prioritizing the issue of public trust. Furthermore, the speaker expresses strong opposition to the current green energy subsidy model, highlighting the economic burden it places on consumers. The framing used is value-based (trusting the people) and outcome-based (rising costs).
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the energy sector by using specific statistical data concerning the share of green energy (half of the energy produced) and consumer subsidies (€23 million). This indicates expertise in evaluating the economic impact of energy and the capability to present technical data.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is confrontational and direct, employing sharp questions to cast doubt on the opponent's motives ("Don't you trust your own people?"). The speaker combines logical data (the total sum of subsidies) with a powerful emotional appeal concerning the financial well-being of the populace ("Don't you feel sorry for our people?").
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The main confrontation is aimed at the rapporteur, who is criticized for public distrust and the neglect of consumers' economic well-being. The criticism is intense and calls into question the opponent's capacity for empathy, even though it focuses primarily on political and procedural issues.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level, addressing all energy produced in Estonia and all consumers. Specific regional emphases are not present in the speeches.
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Economic Views
Economic views are focused on protecting consumers from high energy costs and subsidies. The speaker strongly criticizes the subsidization of green energy production (23 million euros), deeming it too costly and an unfair burden on the public.
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Social Issues
The primary social theme revolves around the economic welfare of the populace and shielding them from excessive costs stemming from energy policy. Furthermore, the democratic principle of trusting the people to make crucial decisions via a referendum is highlighted.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed toward supporting the draft bill (581 OE) for organizing a referendum on the issue of electricity production from oil shale. Furthermore, opposing the green energy subsidization system, which is tied to legislative decisions in energy policy, is also a priority.
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