Agenda Profile: Aivar Kokk

Clearly articulates the position of the Isamaa party, which is categorically opposed to the income tax exemption for high earners, justifying this stance by citing a half-a-billion-euro cost to the state budget. It supports increasing defense spending but strongly criticizes the current approach to tax hikes, arguing that while over 800 million euros are being collected through the national defense tax, the actual expenditure next year will only be 70 million. It proposes alternative savings measures, such as reducing the number of white-collar workers in the public sector and suspending state contributions to the second pension pillar.

Exhibits thorough knowledge of the intricacies of the tax system, immediately spotting technical inconsistencies within the draft bill (specifically, the rate of advance payments for credit institutions). Commands precise figures concerning the state budget, economic policy, and the energy sector, citing specific amounts such as the €1.7 billion increase in electricity costs and the €600 million derived from Elering's network tariffs. Furthermore, the individual exhibits expert knowledge of international transport regulations, discussing proposed changes to the per diem allowances for long-haul drivers.

It employs a direct and critical tone, combining emotional assessments ("to admit with sadness") with fact-based arguments. The rhetoric is confrontational, accusing the Reform Party of causing the economic decline and making poor decisions. It repeatedly uses specific numbers and dates to support its claims, thereby creating a strong fact-based narrative. It concludes with a constructive tone, calling for the submission of amendments.

The activity during this period is confined to one day (October 15, 2024) of intensive participation in the parliamentary debate, totaling five speeches concerning the same draft legislation. It demonstrates engagement both on detailed technical issues and in the broader political debate. The individual refers to participation in committee work and highlights future steps for submitting amendments over the next ten days.

Directs sharp criticism at the Reform Party, accusing them of causing the economic downturn and making poor strategic decisions, citing examples such as the third high-voltage line, the decision regarding the LNG terminal, and the sale of the wagon fleet. The minister is also personally criticized, with the claim being made that he spoke "about everything but the actual bill." The opposition is principled and fact-based, focusing on concrete policy failures and their subsequent economic consequences.

Acknowledges the coalition's agreement with Isamaa's spring proposals regarding the daily allowance for long-distance bus drivers, demonstrating a readiness for constructive cooperation on specific issues. It calls for the submission of amendments and promises Isamaa's own proposals, indicating openness to parliamentary cooperation. At the same time, however, it remains fundamentally firm in its core disagreements.

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Advocates for a conservative fiscal policy, stressing cost savings over tax hikes. He strongly criticizes the income tax exemption for high earners, calling it an unfair and costly measure. He supports business-friendly initiatives, citing the successful 2020 policy concerning the reduction of excise duties and state-funded wage compensation. Furthermore, he expresses concern over the economic repercussions of energy policy, criticizing decisions that drove up electricity prices.

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Focusing on amendments to the Income Tax Act and the Military Service Act, while actively functioning as an opposition scrutinizer. [The entity] puts forward concrete proposals for alternative austerity measures, including reducing the number of public sector employees and making changes to the pension system. It stresses the need for a comprehensive review of the draft legislation and the submission of amendments, demonstrating active legislative work.