Agenda Profile: Vladimir Arhipov
Draft law amending the Basic and Upper Secondary Education Act and the Vocational Education Institutions Act (620 SE) – First Reading
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
Political Position
The speaker adopts a distinctly anti-government stance, accusing the ruling coalition parties of failing to work in the interests of the people. They strongly support increasing state funding for school meals to 2 euros, stressing the necessity of easing the financial burden on local municipalities and parents. The position is firmly pro-opposition and critically aimed against the government’s tax increase policy.
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Topic Expertise
Demonstrates a strong understanding of how local government operates and how school meals are organized. Provides specific examples from various regions (Tartu County, Maardu City) and mentions the role of municipal enterprises in providing catering services. Shows practical knowledge regarding how school meal financing functions in different local municipalities.
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Rhetorical Style
Uses emotionally charged and provocative phrases, such as "a miracle happens," when referring to the governing parties. The rhetoric is direct and confrontational, containing irony directed at the government. It poses practical questions and demands concrete answers, employing an emotional rather than a technical approach.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
It takes a fiercely critical stance toward the ruling coalition and the government, accusing them of only raising taxes and never cutting a single one. It also criticizes the government's aversion to increasing state funding for school meals. The opposition is principled and uncompromising, demanding concrete steps from the government.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker refers to colleagues and their experiences in various regions, which demonstrates collaboration with representatives of other local governments. They address the commission with questions, seeking opportunities for dialogue. At the same time, the attitude toward the government parties is confrontational.
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Regional Focus
The focus is heavily placed on the issues facing local municipalities, providing specific examples drawn from Tartu County and the city of Maardu. It highlights the financial strain on local governments and the critical need to redirect resources toward improving schools and developing infrastructure.
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Economic Views
Supports the state taking a greater role in financing school meals, which would reduce the financial burden on local governments and families. It criticizes the government's policy of tax hikes and demands tax cuts. It demonstrates a pragmatic approach to public sector financing.
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Social Issues
The focus is on education accessibility and quality school meals as social issues. It emphasizes the well-being of children and the economic viability of families. It expresses concern regarding social equality in the field of education.
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Legislative Focus
It focuses on amendments to the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act, particularly concerning the financing of school meals. It criticizes the fact that such an issue must be brought before the Riigikogu when it could have been resolved by a government decree. It calls for legislative intervention to compel the government to act.
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