Agenda Profile: Aleksandr Tšaplõgin
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political stance centers on questions concerning the security and trustworthiness of e-voting. Strong doubts are raised regarding the possibility of verifying the voter's autonomy and the uncoerced nature of their choice. This position is highly procedural and policy-driven, demanding concrete mechanisms of verification.
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Topic Expertise
Drawing on previous membership, the individual demonstrates knowledge of the work of the Riigikogu committee and the legislative process. This expertise is focused on analyzing the technical and legal authentication issues (specifically voluntariness and independent voting) concerning the electoral law and e-voting.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and direct, addressing the esteemed presiding officer and the rapporteur. The speaker poses a critical question, insistently and specifically demanding an answer, which constitutes an appeal to logic and procedure.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is demonstrating sustained activity regarding this topic, having previously submitted the same question to the committee but without receiving a response. The current pattern of activity is aimed at seeking answers during the plenary session, highlighting the persistence in raising the issue.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed at the bill's rapporteur and seemingly also the majority of the committee, who have failed to provide satisfactory answers regarding the security of e-voting. The criticism is both substantive and procedural, focusing on the burden of proof and accountability.
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Collaboration Style
There is no sign of willingness to cooperate; instead, emphasis is placed on previous unsuccessful communication within the commission ("we didn't get a response"). The current approach is aimed at demanding a public answer, which suggests a rather confrontational communication style.
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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 (344 SE) amending the Riigikogu Election Act. The speaker is a critical interrogator who concentrates on the deficiencies in the verifiability of e-elections and their legal regulation.
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