Agenda Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (103 SE)
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political position strongly advocates for lowering taxes, focusing specifically on reducing the income tax rate from 22% to 20%. This position is framed around core values, emphasizing that low tax rates are the foundation of a functioning and growing economy. The speaker contrasts their stance directly with the government’s political priority, which is tax increases.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of fiscal policy and taxation, specifically referencing income tax rates (20% and 22%) and their effect on economic growth. They are capable of distinguishing and contrasting various economic concepts related to the impact of taxes. This expertise is evident when presenting the content of Bill 103 SE.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and direct, respectfully addressing the chair and colleagues. The speaker uses clear logical argumentation to justify the positive impact of low taxes on the economy and people's wallets. The rhetoric focuses on presenting two opposing economic worldviews.
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Activity Patterns
Insufficient data. Only the activity concerning the introduction and defense of the first reading of the draft Act amending the Income Tax Act (Bill 103 SE) on a single date is known.
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Opposition Stance
The confrontation is directed against the current government, specifically the prime minister and the finance minister. The criticism is policy-based, challenging the government's political prioritization of tax hikes and their assertion that these tax increases will leave people with more disposable income. The speaker presents their viewpoint as a concept that directly contradicts the government's stance.
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Collaboration Style
Insufficient data. The addresses focus on introducing the draft bill and criticizing government policy; information regarding willingness to cooperate is lacking.
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Regional Focus
The focus is strictly national, addressing nationwide income tax legislation and macroeconomic principles that impact the entire national economy. Regional or local issues are not covered.
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Economic Views
The speaker strongly advocates for low taxes, believing they are the bedrock of a functional and growing economy. He emphasizes that reducing taxes is a direct way for people to keep more money. This stance runs counter to the government’s policy of raising taxes, which is viewed as economically inefficient.
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Social Issues
Insufficient data. The speeches focus exclusively on fiscal and economic policy.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on the amendment of the Income Tax Act (Bill 103 SE), which aims to lower the income tax rate from 22% to 20%. The speaker is the initiator and a strong proponent of this bill, presenting it as a measure designed to stimulate economic growth.
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