Session Profile: Andrei Korobeinik
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting
2024-06-04
Political Position
The political position is one of strong opposition to the government's economic and social policies, particularly tax hikes and cuts to benefits. The core issues are the economic downturn, the risk of poverty among the elderly, and the government's failure to deliver on its election promises. The stance is strongly adversarial, emphasizing the government's incompetence and dishonesty. The framework is heavily results-oriented (economic downturn) and values-driven (protecting the poorer segments of society).
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of economics and social policy, focusing specifically on pensions and the risk of poverty. Concrete statistical data is utilized, such as the duration of the economic downturn, Estonia's position within the EU, and the ratio of the pension to the average salary (40% versus one-third). Reference is also made to the pension policy practices of developed countries.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly combative, critical, and accusatory, repeatedly employing the term "lying" to characterize the government's actions. Both statistical data (a logical appeal) and emotional language (e.g., cheating pensioners) are utilized. The speaker also raises procedural questions, demanding fact-based clarification from their opponents during the parliamentary debate.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity is confined to speaking during the plenary session, where the speaker repeatedly takes the floor and raises questions regarding the pending bill and the conduct of the session. The speaker actively engages in the debate, immediately responding to the statements and accusations made by opponents.
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Opposition Stance
The primary opponents are the coalition parties: the Reform Party, Eesti 200, and the Social Democrats. The criticism is intense, focusing on political failures (the economic recession) and unethical behavior (lying and breaking promises). The opponents are also accused of disregarding the rules of parliamentary debate, leveling accusations without factual justification.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is evident internally within the faction, noting that the Centre Faction and apparently some other factions do not support the draft bill. There is no information regarding cooperation or willingness to compromise with the coalition parties; the style is purely confrontational.
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Regional Focus
The primary focus is on national economic and social policy, but emphasis is also placed on the negative consequences for people living in rural areas due to cuts in support payments. Internationally, Estonia's economic position within the European Union is highlighted (last place).
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Economic Views
Economic views are strongly opposed to tax hikes and benefit cuts that affect the poor, arguing that such measures deepen the economic recession. It advocates for taxing banks' excess profits and criticizes tax breaks aimed at the wealthy. The preference is for economic policies that protect the less fortunate and foster growth, rather than taking money "out of the pockets of the poor."
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Social Issues
The focus of social policy is on the well-being of the elderly, children, and large families. Strong emphasis is placed on the fact that Estonian pensioners live at risk of poverty, a rate which is nearly three times the EU average. Any reduction in benefits that would exacerbate this situation is opposed.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on opposing a specific government bill aimed at repairing the state budget through tax hikes and cuts to subsidies. The speaker is a strong opponent of the bill, criticizing its negative impact on pensioners and the economy as a whole.
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