Agenda Profile: Ants Frosch
Debate on the key national issue "The impact of price rises on economic competitiveness and people's livelihoods: What to do?"
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political position centers on the strong conviction that Estonia requires urgent change due to a cross-sectoral crisis and "mental stagnation." They maintain a robust value-based framework, stressing the necessity of unleashing the "free spirit" for a new era of awakening. The onset of stagnation is dated earlier than 2021, pointing to a long-term systemic problem.
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Topic Expertise
The expert assessment focuses more on diagnosing systemic and cultural issues, employing concepts such as "cross-sectoral crises" and "mental stagnation." Specific economic data or technical terminology regarding the topic of price increases are missing, even though this is the official subject of the discussion.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is forceful and diagnostic, focusing on a systemic problem and the need for change. Philosophical and metaphorical expressions are used ("a new age of awakening," "the free spirit"), and direct, challenging questions are posed to the presenter. The tone is rather concerned and instigating.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is aimed more at the current or previous mentality, which is characterized as "mental stagnation" dating back to the period before 2021. This implies criticism of long-term political guidance or intellectual inertia. Specific opponents or policies are not criticized by name.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style manifests in asking a direct question to the presenter, which demonstrates readiness for dialogue and for seeking answers on the topic of systemic change. Data on broader inter-party cooperation is lacking.
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Regional Focus
The focus is strictly national, addressing Estonia's need for change and the themes of a new era of awakening. Specific regional or international topics are absent.
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Economic Views
The economic perspectives are indirect; although the topic of discussion is rising prices, the speaker emphasizes the need to overcome "mental stagnation" and unleash the "free spirit" for creation. This points to the conviction that restoring the economy's competitiveness requires, above all, an intellectual and systemic change.
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Social Issues
The focus on social issues is directed toward mental and cultural renewal, stressing the importance of the "free spirit" and the necessity of a new era of awakening. This emphasis signals a desire to restore creativity and freedom within society.
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Legislative Focus
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