Session Profile: Arvo Aller
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
2024-03-04
Political Position
The speaker is strongly opposed to the government's tax policy, particularly concerning the taxation of families and the implementation of the car tax. They emphasize the necessity of protecting families and rural areas and call for the introduction of alternative revenue streams, such as a bank tax. This political stance is strongly value-driven (the protection of families) and critical of the government's actions.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker shows detailed knowledge of taxation, citing specific figures (170 million from families, 150 million from banks) and referencing EKRE's earlier bank tax bill. They are also familiar with the nuances of regional policy and local government financing (the income tax percentage, the cap on taxing land under one's home). Furthermore, they possess knowledge regarding the specifics of motorsport and vehicle registration records (suspended entry).
6 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The speaker's rhetorical style is confrontational and persistently interrogative, repeatedly challenging ministers and demanding explanations. He uses many rhetorical questions (e.g., "Why has the government taken from families but not from banks?"). The tone is formal and focuses on political criticism, relying on political arguments rather than emotional appeals.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is very active during the session, asking multiple questions in a short timeframe directed at various ministers (the Prime Minister, a minister, and the regional minister). This pattern of activity indicates a focus on directly holding the government accountable during the plenary session.
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Opposition Stance
The main opponent is the government, which is being criticized for taxing families into poverty and for ineffective tax solutions (like the car tax). The speaker explicitly rejects the claims that EKRE does not support national defense spending, stressing that conservatives have always advocated for 3% defense expenditure. The criticism is primarily policy- and value-based.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker references their party's (EKRE) prior legislative work (the bank tax bill) and quotes colleagues (Rain Epler, Varro Vooglaid, Kalle Grünthal), demonstrating strong internal party cooperation. There is no indication of a willingness to compromise or engage in cross-party collaboration.
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Regional Focus
The speaker maintains a strong regional focus, highlighting the specific needs of rural areas and expressing opposition to the proposed car tax, arguing that a vehicle is essential there for accessing services and schools. He/She also addresses the financial status of local municipalities concerning tax revenues and the taxation of residential land.
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Economic Views
The speaker advocates for policies that help families and individuals save money through taxation, and he is against taxes that impoverish them. He supports introducing a bank tax to utilize the profits generated by the rise in Euribor for the country's benefit. He criticizes the government's current activities as "redistribution of poverty."
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Social Issues
Among social issues, the protection of families and the question of poverty are in the forefront, demanding that the situation of poor families be described and resolved. Furthermore, he/she raises questions regarding the competence of the Gender Equality Commissioner when intervening in family matters, and in the context of the climate transition.
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Legislative Focus
The speaker is acting in opposition, challenging the legislative bills initiated by the government (the car tax and general tax amendments). He highlights the bank tax bill proposed by EKRE in May 2023 as a superior alternative legislative solution. He demands clarity regarding the future of property taxes (specifically for watercraft) and the removal of the cap on the taxation of land beneath one's residence.
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