Session Profile: Aleksei Jevgrafov
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
2025-02-18
Political Position
The political stance is strongly critical of the government, which defends the large profits of banks—profits derived from high Euribor rates, not from good work or performance. The most prominent issue is banking regulation and social responsibility, emphasizing the prioritization of people's well-being over the profits of financial institutions. The stance is strongly value- and results-based, criticizing a system where profits are generated "at the expense of the people."
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in banking and financial mechanisms (Euribor, bank levy), highlighting specific profit figures (e.g., SEB's 406 million euros over two years). Furthermore, they are familiar with the operational procedures of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) committees, especially the Finance Committee's debates on the bank levy.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and direct, using emotional appeal (the plight of the elderly in Narva) to back up concrete facts (profit figures). The tone is combative, accusing banks of unethical profiteering and the government of protecting them. Simple and effective examples are used to illustrate the complexity of the situation.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
There is too little data.
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Opposition Stance
The primary adversaries are commercial banks, which are criticized for generating unethical profits and failing to demonstrate social responsibility (specifically, the closure of the Narva branch). The government is also facing criticism for protecting these bank profits. The critique is intense and centers on deficiencies in both policy and performance.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
There isn't enough data.
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Regional Focus
The speaker is heavily focused on regional issues, drawing attention specifically to the plight of the city of Narva and its elderly residents following the closure of the SEB branch. Emphasis is placed on how national financial decisions directly impact local communities in Ida-Virumaa and their access to essential services.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The economic views strongly advocate for regulation, particularly in the financial sector, aimed at curbing speculative or "windfall" corporate profits. The speaker opposes the prioritization of banking interests and supports the implementation of social responsibility—and seemingly also a bank tax.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Regarding social issues, emphasis is placed on the vulnerability and difficulties faced by the elderly, which arise when the accessibility of services deteriorates (specifically, the closure of the Narva office and the necessity of traveling to Jõhvi). This directly links economic policy with matters of social justice and accessibility.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently directed towards a bill concerning a bank tax or similar financial regulation. The speaker is an active questioner, seeking out arguments presented in favor of the bank tax during the Finance Committee session, thereby demonstrating interest in supporting this measure.
2 Speeches Analyzed