Agenda Profile: Aleksei Jevgrafov
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The most crucial issue is the demographic crisis, which is directly linked to economic uncertainty, the high cost of living, and unemployment. The speaker strongly opposes the government’s tax hikes and the introduction of new taxes, arguing that they undermine families’ sense of security and exacerbate socioeconomic problems. The stance is heavily outcome-based, criticizing the negative impact of the government’s actions on population reproduction.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in connecting social and economic factors, stressing that the high cost of living, low incomes, and high unemployment are the primary drivers of the demographic crisis. While specific statistical data or technical terminology are not employed, a clear causal link is established between economic policy and social insecurity.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is critical and apprehensive, emphasizing the seriousness of the issue and employing an emotional appeal (specifically, women's fear of becoming pregnant). Logical argumentation is utilized, directly linking economic policy (tax hikes) to social insecurity. The address is formal, presented as a pointed question to the Prime Minister through the presiding officer of the session.
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Activity Patterns
According to the data presented, only one appearance in the Riigikogu is evident, occurring during an interpellation session, which focuses on the links between demography and the economy.
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Opposition Stance
The primary conflict revolves around the government's economic policy, particularly the raising of taxes and the introduction of new taxes. The criticism is substantive and intense, accusing the government of undermining family confidence and worsening the demographic situation.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly national, addressing Estonia's critical demographic situation and the general economic environment that impacts all residents (taxes, unemployment).
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Economic Views
The speaker strongly opposes raising taxes and introducing new levies, viewing them as a direct impediment to economic security and the financial well-being of families. Implicitly, they support policies aimed at reducing the cost of living, boosting incomes, and lowering unemployment.
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Social Issues
The main social issue is demography and the well-being of families, emphasizing that women's fear of becoming pregnant stems from economic insecurity. Social questions are viewed purely through the prism of economic security.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on criticizing the tax laws adopted or planned by the government, as they fail to help resolve the demographic crisis. Specific alternative legislative priorities or draft bills are not mentioned.
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