Session Profile: Andrei Korobeinik
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
2024-05-30
Political Position
The political stance is fiercely oppositional, focusing on the failure of the government's economic policy and deficiencies in state management. The central issue is Estonia's economic recession and its last-place ranking in the EU tables, demanding swift and sensible decision-making, in stark contrast to the government's passive waiting game. The criticism is primarily aimed at the government's poor performance and political incompetence.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in macroeconomics, fiscal policy, and budget management, using specific data and statistics. Emphasis is placed on the decline in reserve volume (from 12% to just over 6%), the duration of the economic recession (two and a half years), and Estonia's position in the European Union economic rankings. Technical terms such as "graduated income tax" and "tax hump" are used.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is sharply critical, sarcastic, and at times, mocking, especially directed at the Reform Party, which is described as going through the five stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining). The tone is urgent, stressing the necessity of immediate action, and combines logical arguments (economic indicators) with political taunting. The text employs rhetorical questions and direct calls for the government to resign.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speech was delivered during a debate at the Riigikogu plenary session, referencing the recent statements of other MPs (Igor Taro, Andrus Ansip) and Annely Akkermann’s role as Chair of the Finance Committee. Data is lacking concerning regular activities or events that occurred outside the Riigikogu.
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Opposition Stance
The primary opponent is the Reform Party and the coalition as a whole, who are blamed for the country's failed governance and for causing the economic recession. The criticism is intense and policy-driven, opposing cuts that take money from the poor, and condemning the government's passive wait-and-see approach. Previous governments (the Centre Party) are cited as a positive example regarding the management of reserves.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
There is a lack of openness regarding cooperation; instead, there is sharp criticism directed at the slow pace and inability of the coalition partners (Eesti 200) to make decisions, even after having been in the coalition for a long time. It is emphasized that the coalition is incapable of making sensible decisions.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on the national and international level, concentrating specifically on the Estonian economy's position within the European Union and the sustainability of the state budget. There is no regional or local focus.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Economic policies are centered on income redistribution and active state intervention aimed at stimulating the economy. There is strong support for taxing banks' excess profits and introducing a progressive income tax to secure an additional billion euros for the budget. Furthermore, they oppose budget cuts made purely "on an Excel basis"—cuts that disproportionately impact the poor—and criticize the passive strategy of merely waiting for economic growth.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
There is not enough data.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is aimed at fiscal reform and the creation of new revenue sources. The priorities include taxing banks' excess profits and implementing a progressive income tax. These measures are presented as "sensible decisions" necessary to ensure the sustainability of the state's economic policy.
2 Speeches Analyzed