By Plenary Sessions: Toomas Kivimägi

The political position focuses on justifying the budget deficit (4.5%), emphasizing that this is directly attributable to the increase in defense spending in the 2026 budget. This stance is strongly policy- and outcome-based, highlighting that without the rise in defense expenditure, the deficit would be significantly smaller (2.5%). The increase in defense spending by more than 800 million euros is considered the primary cause of the deficit.

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The primary issue highlighted is the availability and status of services in the Estonian language, both within private companies and state institutions. The speaker adopts a strong, value-driven position, finding the requirement to choose the Estonian language deeply troubling and questioning its constitutionality. The focus is directed toward protecting constitutional rights and the status of the state language.

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The speaker is a strong defender of the government and the prime minister, stressing procedural order and respect for long-standing traditions. The political focus is aimed at the efficiency of the Riigikogu’s operations, avoiding time wastage, and maintaining fiscal discipline, supporting cost savings through the reduction of the number of committees. These positions are heavily procedural and tradition-based.

The political focus is placed on the effectiveness of the legal system and the public’s sense of justice. The speaker strongly opposes individuals escaping conviction due to the statute of limitations, viewing this as an issue that undermines the sense of justice and is financially costly for the state. This stance is heavily policy- and value-driven, centering on the improvement of legal mechanisms. The question is also raised regarding the threshold for accessing the courts and the timing of the disclosure of criminal proceedings.

The political position is demonstrated by the willingness to stand as a candidate for the post of Deputy Speaker of the Riigikogu, signaling an emphasis on the internal management and procedures of the parliament. The stance is clear and supportive of the candidacy.

The core political stance is strong opposition to the Santa Claus Tax, which the speaker firmly promises to prevent from ever being implemented. This stance is results-oriented, highlighting the achievement and the ability to stand up to a large group of Riigikogu members who supported the tax. Furthermore, the speaker acknowledges the mention of one significant foreign visit.

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The political focus is currently on the state budget deficit and the economic burden caused by the rising Euribor rate on private individuals, businesses, and the state itself. A sharp contrast is being drawn between cutting expenditures and introducing additional taxes, specifically referencing the necessity of covering the deficit that exceeds the 3% limit. The stance taken is results-oriented, focusing on strategies for balancing the budget.

The political stance centers on the internal functioning of the Riigikogu, expressing a readiness to run for the position of Deputy Speaker of the Riigikogu. This is a position focused on the office itself, not one of political substance.

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