Session Profile: Annely Akkermann
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
2024-02-14
Political Position
The speaker strongly supports the implementation of a motor vehicle tax, justifying it based on environmental objectives, improving urban planning, and the necessity of state revenue. He expresses a clear liberal worldview, advocating for a minimal state and austere social benefits. He emphasizes the need for personalized assistance rather than general tax breaks.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The text demonstrates profound expertise in the field of financial and tax policy, citing specific legislative procedures and constitutional articles. It also shows knowledge of traffic management, environmental objectives, and national budgetary policy. Specific examples and statistical references are utilized to support the arguments.
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Rhetorical Style
He/She employs an analytical and fact-based approach, relying on specific examples and legislative references. The rhetoric is moderate and explanatory, utilizing personal experiences (such as a businessman’s appeal) to illustrate arguments. He/She repeatedly references the positions of colleagues (Jürgen Ligi) to strengthen his/her own stance.
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Activity Patterns
Actively participates in the work of the Finance Committee, referencing previous protocols and procedural decisions. They mention their prior experience as Minister of Finance, which highlights a long-standing commitment to fiscal policy. They demonstrate a systematic approach to addressing legislative matters.
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Opposition Stance
The text criticizes obstructionist behavior within the legislature, specifically referencing "obstructionist bills" and their inadequate preparation. It also voices criticism regarding general subsidies that fail to reach the most vulnerable groups. Direct personal attacks are absent.
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Collaboration Style
Demonstrates readiness for cooperation in the committee’s work, noting flexibility towards colleagues when making procedural decisions. Positively references the viewpoints of other politicians (Jürgen Ligi) and utilizes them to strengthen his/her own arguments. Emphasizes a constructive approach to legislative processes.
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Regional Focus
It focuses on the issues facing both urban centers (Tallinn, Pärnu, including the Kalamaja district) and rural areas, providing concrete examples from Kilingi-Nõmme Gymnasium. It emphasizes the unique characteristics of sparsely populated regions and stresses the necessity of a differentiated approach. Furthermore, it demonstrates an understanding of the specific requirements of various districts.
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Economic Views
It expresses a strong liberal economic philosophy, advocating for low taxes and minimal government intervention. It believes that individuals themselves know best how to use their own money. It supports personal, targeted subsidies instead of general tax breaks. It emphasizes the necessity of collecting taxes to fulfill state functions, but with as few exceptions as possible.
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Social Issues
It stresses the need to assist the most vulnerable groups—those genuinely in need in large families and people with special needs. It supports a personalized approach to social policy, where aid is specifically targeted at those who truly require it. It criticizes universal benefits that also reach the wealthy.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on the draft motor vehicle tax bill, emphasizing its thorough preparation and analysis. It supports the integrity of the legislative process and criticizes bills that have been insufficiently prepared. Furthermore, it highlights the necessity of accurate data when formulating policy, including the requirement to streamline and organize motor vehicle registers.
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