Session Profile: Andrei Korobeinik
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
2024-06-05
Political Position
The politician is voicing a strong oppositional stance regarding the government’s economic policy and tax package, particularly concerning the car tax and the regulation of the crypto asset market. He stresses that the government’s actions are making the Estonian business environment unattractive for foreign investment, thereby triggering an economic recession. His entire argument is results-oriented, focusing heavily on the negative impact of the government’s decisions on both the state budget and the lives of ordinary citizens.
9 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The politician demonstrates detailed knowledge of the implementation of crypto asset market regulations in Estonia, referencing previously successful regulations and the negative impact of the new draft bill (e.g., the requirement for double data submission). He is well-versed in the financial aspects of the state budget and fiscal policy, pointing out the cost of abolishing the 'tax hump' and the projected revenue figures from the car tax. He also offers specific alternative funding sources, such as taxing banks' excess profits (a windfall tax).
9 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The speaker's style is sharply critical and combative, employing strong accusations directed at the government (e.g., the "brutal" grouping of amendments, "bizarre decisions"). He/She utilizes both logical arguments (data on the economic recession, Estonia ranking last in Europe) and emotional appeals (the hardships faced by rural residents, the prioritization of the wealthy). The tone is formal, yet it also contains dramatic and ironic elements, such as offering assistance to coalition members if they are being threatened.
9 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The politician is active during the Riigikogu session, intervening with both substantive speeches and procedural inquiries. He utilizes his position as Vice-Chairman of the Finance Committee to request recesses before votes, pursuant to the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure Act.
9 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The main criticism is aimed at the governing coalition, particularly the Reform Party, the Social Democrats, and Estonia 200. The criticism targets both political decisions (the car tax, cuts to the eastern border) and procedural dishonesty (lumping substantive amendments into a single group). He/She harshly criticizes former colleagues who have joined the coalition and now support the car tax, calling their ideology flexible.
9 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speaker demonstrates cooperation within their faction (referencing the Centre Faction's amendments) and seeks to defend the deputy's right to vote on substantive, non-mutually exclusive amendments. He/she is uncompromising toward the governing coalition, calling for the rejection of the draft legislation and the termination of the government's work.
9 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The politician is heavily focused on protecting the interests of rural residents, stressing that the car tax will hit hardest those who lack alternative public transportation and for whom a vehicle is a necessity. He also criticizes the budget cuts aimed at the development of the eastern border.
9 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
He/She is a strong proponent of economic growth and foreign investment and opposes tax increases (such as the car tax) during an economic recession, arguing that they hinder the economy. He/She criticizes the government for favoring the wealthy (citing the abolition of the tax hump) and supports income redistribution through the taxation of banks' excess profits.
9 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The speaker highlights social inequality, asserting that the government's tax policy funnels money to the wealthy while poorer citizens and those in rural areas suffer. He also mentions the tax concessions for disabled people and large families, which the coalition voted on as a single package.
9 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The main legislative priorities are opposing the car tax bill and the regulation of the cryptocurrency market. He is an active proposer of amendments and insists on adherence to procedural rules, criticizing the coalition for violating the rules of procedure. He demands the rejection of the bills.
9 Speeches Analyzed