Agenda Profile: Henn Põlluaas
Interpellation Regarding the Temporary Taxation of Banks' Excess Profits (No. 595)
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is strongly geared towards supporting the temporary taxation of banks' extraordinary profits, while stressing that this does not affect their regular business operations. The approach is results-oriented and extremely critical, accusing the Prime Minister and the government of outright lying. The speaker demands clarification from the government regarding the consistent application of the tax law.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of taxation, citing the Income Tax Act and the common percentage and standard that applies to all companies. This knowledge is utilized to challenge the government’s assertions regarding a special tax contribution from banks. The expertise is focused on the details, demanding percentage-based evidence for the government's claims.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly combative and confrontational, starting with labeling the prime minister as the leader of the "government of liars." Although logical and fact-based demands regarding the percentages of the tax law are presented, the tone is personally aggressive and intense. Direct accusations and pointed reminders are used.
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Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data regarding the frequency or regularity of appearances, but the speaker actively participated in the Riigikogu (Parliamentary) inquiry discussion concerning the taxation of banks' windfall profits.
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Opposition Stance
The main opponent is the prime minister and the government, who are sharply and personally criticized, earning them the title of "liars." The criticism targets both political assertions (bank solidarity) and factual matters (disregard of the tax law), demanding that the government provide proof for their claims.
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Collaboration Style
There is no data regarding willingness to cooperate or compromise.
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Regional Focus
The focus is entirely on national economic issues and tax legislation, and there is no regional emphasis.
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Economic Views
Economic arguments support the temporary taxation of windfall profits in the banking sector, while emphasizing that this will not affect ordinary business operations. Emphasis is placed on the uniformity of tax law and adherence to existing regulations, thereby rejecting the government's claims regarding banks' special solidarity or need for a greater tax contribution.
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Social Issues
There is no data available on social issues.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on the temporary taxation of banks' windfall profits (Inquiry No. 595). The speaker supports this tax measure and is demanding clarification from the government regarding the consistent application of the existing Income Tax Act.
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