By Plenary Sessions: Hanah Lahe

The primary social issue is the inclusion and participation of young people in public life and politics. The speaker strongly advocates for lowering the voting and candidacy age to give youth the chance to shape their own future and have a voice in the decisions that affect them.

The primary social issue is the low population growth, or rather, the birth rate, which the speaker refers to as a significant problem. This social issue is linked to economic policy decisions (the car tax).

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Among social issues, social well-being is highlighted as a key component in the evaluation of sustainability reports within the business sector. This demonstrates support for corporate social responsibility.

The speaker identifies as a feminist and supports increasing gender balance, for example, on company boards, while asking about alternatives to quotas. She notes and distances herself from her colleagues' concerns regarding issues of gender identity and trans issues, considering it an irrelevant waste of time.

When discussing social issues, attention is focused on protecting victims of sexual offenses and toughening sentencing policy. Legal reforms, such as the consent law, are supported to reduce victim-blaming and guarantee stricter penalties.

The only thing mentioned regarding the social sector was the good performance of language learning apps, which suggests support for digital solutions in education or integration.

The primary social issue is public health and regional inequality, highlighting the shorter life expectancy and lower birth weight among residents of Ida-Virumaa, which is directly linked to industrial pollution. These health effects are being addressed as a social problem that requires political intervention.

The speaker highlights and criticizes the opponent's attempt to introduce social issues—such as fens, hormones, and e-elections—into the debate surrounding the draft Electricity Market Act. Their own position on these social topics remains unstated, focusing instead on the irrelevance of these issues within the context of the legislation under discussion.

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Among social issues, climate anxiety is addressed; it is viewed as a justified and legitimate feeling, often compared to the fear of war. In terms of legislation, emphasis is placed on establishing the principle of intergenerational justice. Furthermore, the failure to address climate policy is linked to a direct security threat, stemming from the loss of society’s adequate capacity to respond.

Among the social issues discussed is the potential exemption of the elderly and disabled people from the hunting license fee. The question was also raised regarding the possible problems the elderly face when using the digital environment, which points to the recognition of certain social obstacles.

The climate crisis is viewed as a social problem that threatens the fundamental rights of every individual. Social stability and the protection of fundamental rights are tied to the state's capacity to resolve the climate crisis.

The speaker highlights the social impact of the climate crisis, citing human casualties and the need to provide support payments to victims of natural disasters. Traditional social issues are not addressed.

Among social topics, the only thing addressed is prioritizing the redistribution of food for human consumption, which is linked to resource sustainability and reducing waste generation. Other broad social issues are not covered.

The primary social issue revolves around expanding youth rights and boosting their representation within democratic structures, with a strong emphasis on progressivism. The speaker points to young people's active involvement in social movements (such as climate litigation) and their deep awareness of socio-economic factors. Furthermore, it is observed that young people are embarrassed by politicians who insult minorities and other ethnic groups, thereby connecting youth engagement directly to social sensitivity.

The social focus is aimed at improving the living environment and quality of life for both current and future generations. Climate policy is viewed as a tool that improves public transport options, ensures a clean natural environment, and increases biodiversity.

The primary social issue is the accessibility of clean and safe drinking water, citing UN data on the proportion of people living in water crisis and those with poor access. This is framed within the context of human rights and sustainable development.

Among social issues, education is at the forefront, highlighting the necessity of providing quality environmental education to young people. Education is viewed as a tool for preparing society to respond to challenges associated with climate change.

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The text addresses the social issue of spreading misinformation on social media concerning a colleague's identity and the topic of eating insects. This is framed within the context of political attack and defamation, highlighting the question of accountability.

It emphasizes the importance of the health of the Estonian people, but makes it contingent upon the requirement for scientific evidence. It values education and science as the best foundation for Riigikogu decision-making that serves the best interests of the Estonian people.

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