Agenda Profile: Rene Kokk
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Republic's Government to lower the value-added tax on foodstuffs to 5 percent" (492 OE)
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is heavily directed toward ensuring the efficiency of the Riigikogu’s organization of work and its procedures. The speaker criticizes the low attendance and demands that the agenda items be processed immediately, highlighting the visible lack of commitment shown by colleagues in the chamber. The stance is strongly results-oriented and focused on adherence to procedures.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the Riigikogu's internal procedural rules and the working order of the Constitutional Committee, knowing who is responsible for presenting the report and what potential solutions exist should the report be unavailable. He/She is aware of the names and factional affiliations of the committee members.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is direct and critical, including sarcastic remarks aimed at the low attendance of colleagues and challenging the board's request to calm down. The speaker uses logical argumentation to pressure the board into taking a recess and ensuring the continuation of the proceedings.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active during Riigikogu sessions, immediately intervening whenever procedural obstacles arise, and demanding explanations regarding the absence and health status of colleagues. He/She pays close attention to attendance in the chamber and the adherence to the agenda.
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Opposition Stance
The main criticism is aimed at the absent members and the generally low attendance of the Riigikogu (Parliament), who are accused of lacking the will to work and being inefficient. The criticism is procedural and focuses on the quality of the Parliament’s work.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is pragmatic: the speaker is prepared to make proposals for a cross-party solution, recommending a Social Democrat representative from the committee to ensure the bill's processing. He demands that the board hold negotiations to find a solution.
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Regional Focus
Insufficient data.
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Economic Views
There is insufficient data. Although the reduction of VAT on foodstuffs is under discussion, the speaker does not express a position regarding the substance of this policy.
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Social Issues
There is not enough data.
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is on processing the first reading of Draft Bill 492 OE (which concerns lowering the VAT on foodstuffs to 5 percent). The speaker is an active proponent of the measure and demands that any procedural obstacles be resolved quickly so that the item can move forward.
2 Speeches Analyzed