Agenda Profile: Tanel Kiik
Third reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
He vigorously supported the abolition of kindergarten fees in all Estonian local governments and the raising of the subsistence level to 250 euros. He criticized the hypocrisy of the Reform Party, which supports eliminating the fees only in Tallinn but votes against a national solution.
Topic Expertise
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of national and local budget mechanisms, referencing specific figures and calculations from the Ministry of Finance. He/She provided precise examples of the local service fee rates across various municipalities.
Rhetorical Style
He/She employed sharp and direct rhetoric, accusing the Reform Party of hypocrisy. He/She combined emotional arguments concerning the equality of children with specific numerical data.
Activity Patterns
He spoke three times during the supplementary budget debate, focusing on the amendments proposed by the Social Democrats. He repeatedly used specific figures and comparisons, emphasizing the Reform Party's contradictory stance on the issue of kindergarten placement fees.
Opposition Stance
The speaker leveled harsh criticism at the Reform Party for hypocrisy regarding the issue of kindergarten fees, claiming they only support the measure in Tallinn but not nationwide. The critique was direct and accusatory, focusing on political inconsistency.
Collaboration Style
He/She called for cross-party cooperation in abolishing the kindergarten fee, criticizing the inconsistency of the Reform Party. He/She emphasized the need for a high political culture.
Regional Focus
The text highlights regional differences in kindergarten tuition fees by comparing the prices in Tallinn, Tartu, and Rae municipality. It criticizes the fact that the fees are higher in local governments run by the Reform Party than they are in Tallinn, stressing the need for a nationwide solution.
Economic Views
The speaker criticized the government's tax policy, claiming it supports the wealthy and leaves low-wage earners without the necessary support. His economic views were left-wing, advocating for progressive taxation and social justice.
Social Issues
He/She proposed amendments aimed at raising the minimum subsistence level and abolishing kindergarten place fees, stressing the necessity of supporting the most vulnerable members of society and guaranteeing equal opportunities for children.
Legislative Focus
It submits amendments to the supplementary budget, focusing on raising the subsistence minimum and eliminating kindergarten fees. It criticizes the government for failing to support these proposals, even though the Reform Party had previously backed the elimination of kindergarten fees.