Session Profile: Annely Akkermann
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
2024-05-29
Political Position
The speaker strongly advocates for raising teachers' salaries, stressing the urgent need for a swift legislative amendment to allow the minimum teacher salary threshold to be raised to 1820 euros. They also support defense cooperation with allied nations, specifically assisting Ukraine and Moldova with defense-related equipment. The overall position is pragmatic and procedure-focused, underscoring the necessity of maintaining the integrity of the legislative process.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Exhibits profound expertise regarding state budget issues, utilizing exact figures (€9.27 million, €44,839,558) and explaining budgetary transfers in detail. Possesses a strong grasp of legal procedures and the legislative process. Furthermore, demonstrates knowledge of defense cooperation mechanisms and agricultural policy instruments, such as capital lease measures.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
Utilizes a formal, fact-based, and explanatory style, focusing on the precise conveyance of technical details. The tone is calm and professional, and responses are brief and specific. It prefers logical arguments over emotional ones, utilizing rhetorical techniques minimally.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
Actively participated in the work of the Finance Committee on several dates (May 13, 14, and 27), leading the processing of the draft legislation. Serves as the Chairman of the Finance Committee, coordinating the committee's work and representing it in the plenary session. Strictly adheres to legislative deadlines and procedures.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
A direct opposition stance is not evident in the speeches. Instead, it defends the actions of the government and the commission against criticism, emphasizing the correctness of the procedure and the exemplary pace. Criticism is met calmly, with an attempt to clarify the rationale behind the decisions.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
It stresses cooperation with the ministries during the preparation of the draft bill and emphasizes the committee's consensus-based decisions. It mentions cooperation with the Ministry of Defence and other institutions. The approach is collaborative and prioritizes inter-institutional coordination.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
It focuses primarily on national issues, without mentioning specific regions or local peculiarities. It addresses the role of local governments in the context of teachers' salaries, but a regional focus is absent.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Supports raising the salaries of public sector employees (teachers) from the state budget. Advocates for capital lease measures concerning agricultural land to alleviate liquidity issues for entrepreneurs. Demonstrates a pragmatic approach to budget reallocations and reducing the state's debt burden.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
It confines itself to the issue of teachers' salaries, which is linked to supporting the education system. Other social issues, such as LGBTQ+, immigration, or civil rights, are not addressed in the speeches.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
Focuses on the amendment of the 2024 State Budget Act, managing its proceedings within the Finance Committee. Priorities include the regulation of teachers' salaries, the legal framework for defense cooperation, and the reallocation of budgetary resources. The necessity of accelerating the legislative process to achieve practical objectives is emphasized.
6 Speeches Analyzed