Agenda Profile: Andrei Korobeinik
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act (432 SE) – First Reading
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The central theme is the government's fiscal policy, specifically the postponement of benefits for the wealthy and the financing of this measure at the expense of social benefit recipients and pensioners. The political position is strongly oppositional, accusing the coalition of prioritizing the wealthy and exacerbating inequality. The framing is strongly value-driven and results-oriented, emphasizing the government's inability to admit its mistakes and adjust its program to align with reality.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in finance and social policy, highlighting specific figures and ratios. Technical terms are used, such as "defense tax starting from the first euro," and specific data is presented (e.g., 450 euros, 200 euros in subsistence benefits). Particular emphasis is placed on the ratio between tax revenue and cuts (1:9) and the cost of the election promise (half a billion per year).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly combative and critical, employing strong metaphors (e.g., "they were ruthlessly steamrolled") and emphasizing injustice. The speaker balances logical arguments (numbers, ratios) with emotional appeals, focusing on the suffering of poorer groups (pensioners, the unemployed). The tone is accusatory and pessimistic regarding the coalition's readiness to compromise.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The main opponents are the governing coalition (the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, Estonia 200). The criticism is intense and multifaceted, focusing both on procedural deficiencies (the lack of debate concerning the car tax) and political choices (favoring the wealthy at the expense of social benefits). The coalition is accused of causing record inflation and creating a budget deficit.
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Collaboration Style
A willingness to cooperate is not demonstrated; rather, reference is made to the coalition ruling out compromises (referencing Kristen Michal's stance). It is noted that the draft bill is positive, but it is predicted that it will not receive coalition support, which indicates a lack of cooperation.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
Economic views are strongly focused on social justice and redistribution, opposing tax hikes aimed at favoring the rich. The government’s fiscal policy is criticized as irresponsible and budget-busting, demanding a complete overhaul of economic policy. It is emphasized that for every euro the government cuts, they take 9 euros out of people’s pockets.
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Social Issues
The socio-political focus is aimed at protecting vulnerable groups (pensioners, the unemployed, and recipients of subsistence benefits) from the government's tax hikes. Emphasis is placed on the diminishing purchasing power of the subsistence benefit due to inflation, and there is criticism regarding the deduction of 4 euros from the 200-euro benefit payment.
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is on the Draft Act (432 SE) amending the Act amending the Act amending the Income Tax Act and the Military Service Act. The speaker supports the postponement of the benefit aimed at wealthier individuals but is strongly opposed to the method of funding it through the taxation of social benefits and pensions. A broader priority is the repeal of tax increases and the adjustment of the government's economic program.
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