Session Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
2024-11-06
Political Position
The political platform is strongly focused on supporting the repeal of the recently enacted car tax law (the motor vehicle tax). Beyond opposing the tax burden, the security aspect is highlighted, specifically raising the question of why vehicles subject to requisition during a state of war were not exempted from the tax. The underlying framework is both policy-driven and value-based, centered on criticizing the government for its failures and unethical conduct.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of the motor vehicle tax law and its impact on national defense, particularly regarding vehicle requisition. The speaker is also aware of the procedures for processing draft legislation, referencing the opportunity to fix shortcomings during the process of amending the law. The speaker presents himself/herself as an expert on the opposing viewpoint of the law, posing questions to the individual who authored the legislation.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is confrontational, provocative, and sarcastic, utilizing direct questions aimed at the opponent and personal attacks. The tone is particularly sharp when accusing a government member of lying about tax increases, referencing the "title of liar" and a confession made during a live broadcast on ERR. The appeals combine logical political criticism (the security aspect) with strong emotional and ethical attacks.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The scope of activity is limited to participation in the plenary session of the Riigikogu, where the bill on the repeal of the motor vehicle tax is being debated. The speaker is active in the debate, posing questions and responding to criticism regarding the lack of committee work.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The main opponents are the authors of the car tax law and the government (referring to Kaja Kallas), who are criticized both for the law's shortcomings and for unethical behavior. The criticism is intense and includes direct accusations of lying about the tax increases, calling the opponent's claims "very ridiculous."
3 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speaker refers to cooperation with EKRE, jointly supporting the abolition of the motor vehicle tax. He expresses strong opposition to the government's policy and shows no openness to compromise concerning the existing tax law, demanding its full repeal.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
Insufficient data
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives focus on reducing the tax burden, being strongly opposed to the car tax and supporting its complete abolition. Concern is expressed that this taxation could undermine the state's ability to acquire vehicles for free transfer to the state during a crisis situation.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
There is insufficient data. The only non-economic topic is the national defense and security aspect (the requisitioning of vehicles in a state of war).
3 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed toward supporting and initiating the draft bill for the repeal of the motor vehicle tax act. Furthermore, the necessity of legislative oversight is emphasized, drawing attention to the shortcomings of the original tax law that should have been rectified.
3 Speeches Analyzed