Session Profile: Aleksei Jevgrafov
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
2024-12-11
Political Position
The political position is strongly opposed to the government's tax hikes and the "tax spree," stressing their negative impact on economic growth and consumer purchasing power. This stance is clearly policy- and results-driven, focusing on the detrimental nature of the government's fiscal choices, which reduce job numbers and harm the national economy. The speaker sharply questions why exactly this economy-damaging path was chosen.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of macroeconomics and fiscal policy, directly linking tax hikes to consumption, investments, and corporate profitability. Specific terms are employed, such as "tax burden," "economic uncertainty," and "exporting firms," detailing negative chain reactions within the economy. The expertise centers on the impact of the tax environment on corporate behavior and national competitiveness.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and concerned, utilizing logical cause-and-effect connections to describe the negative repercussions of tax hikes. The speaker poses sharp rhetorical questions to the presenter, demanding justification for the chosen course of action, while maintaining formal and argumentative language. The emphasis is placed on logical persuasion, highlighting economic risks and the erosion of trust.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The speaker is clearly in opposition to the government's fiscal policy, sharply criticizing the decision to launch a "tax hike spree" and its impact on the state budget. The criticism is strictly policy-based, focusing on economic damage, the creation of uncertainty, and the resulting avoidance of investment. The opponent has been issued a direct challenge to justify the chosen policy.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The primary focus is on the national economy and international competitiveness relative to the tax burden in other countries. Nevertheless, a specific regional concern is highlighted regarding the attraction of new businesses to Ida-Virumaa. The speaker questions whether the current tax hikes will actually favor regional development in Ida-Virumaa or if they will produce the opposite outcome.
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Economic Views
The speaker advocates for a low tax burden and is vehemently opposed to tax hikes, viewing them as the primary impediment to economic growth and investment. Business interests are prioritized, stressing that high taxes reduce consumers' disposable income and compel companies to seek out regions with a lower tax burden. A strong emphasis is placed on fiscal prudence and maintaining the confidence of the business community.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on opposing the state budget and the associated tax increases, which are generating uncertainty in the economy. The speaker is taking an adversarial stance, questioning the economic rationale behind the government's fiscal measures and forecasting negative consequences for investment and employment.
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