Session Profile: Aivar Kokk
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-06-04
Political Position
The speaker clearly represents the positions of the Isamaa party, strongly emphasizing the need to lower taxes to stimulate the economy. He/She supports repealing the excise duty increases and sharply criticizes the tax policy of the current coalition. The speaker repeatedly highlights the experience of 2020, when excise duties were lowered and the economy grew, and demands the reintroduction of a similar approach.
22 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Demonstrates profound knowledge of tax and economic policy, backing it up with specific figures and percentages related to excise duty hikes. Exhibits expert knowledge in the energy sector, specifically mentioning CO2 quotas, electricity generation, and gas consumption. Repeatedly references extensive experience spanning over 35 years as both an entrepreneur and a council member.
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Rhetorical Style
The text employs an emotional and combative tone, labeling the current tax policy as "predatory" and "insane." It relies heavily on personal experiences and concrete examples, often using rhetorical questions and direct challenges aimed at coalition politicians. The style is straightforward and populist, emphasizing the concerns of ordinary people.
22 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The addresses will take place at the plenary session of the 5th sitting of the 15th Riigikogu on June 4, 2025. [The subject] actively participates in discussions on various topics, ranging from recreational sports and scooters to excise policy and the changing of the clocks. [The subject] demonstrates consistent presence and involvement in parliamentary debates.
22 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
Sharply criticizes the current coalition, particularly the Social Democrats and the Reform Party, accusing them of damaging the economy through tax hikes. It is emphasized that the coalition is taking money "from pensioners and large families." The opposition is principled and uncompromising, demanding a complete overhaul of policy.
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Collaboration Style
It calls for cooperation in supporting Isamaa's proposals but shows little willingness to compromise with the current coalition. It refers positively to previous cooperation with the Centre Party (Keskerakond) and EKRE in the 2020 government. It emphasizes the need for joint work by "101 members of the Riigikogu."
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Regional Focus
It emphasizes the problems facing rural areas and specifically mentions Võru County and Kastre Municipality. It highlights the differences between urban and rural regions, stressing the more difficult living conditions experienced by people in the countryside. It also points to the unique challenges faced by a border country compared to Central Europe.
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Economic Views
Supports tax cuts strongly to stimulate economic growth, arguing that "no country has become rich through tax increases." Emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurship as the state's sole source of revenue. Criticizes energy policy decisions, such as the construction of a third high-voltage line toward Latvia, and supports continuing the use of oil shale alongside wood.
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Social Issues
Stresses the necessity of supporting pensioners and large families, while criticizing the increase in their tax burden. It supports the promotion of recreational sports and criticizes scooters as an impediment to people's mobility. The text also mentions the problem of unemployment, especially among young people, and criticizes plans to import foreign workers.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on the draft bill to repeal excise duty hikes and the issue of ending daylight saving time. It stresses the Riigikogu’s role in making decisions as opposed to simply following the advice of civil servants. It also references earlier legislation initiated by the Isamaa party, such as free higher education, support for large families, and teachers’ salaries.
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