Agenda Profile: Vadim Belobrovtsev
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
Political Position
The political stance is strongly opposed to the government's fiscal policy, particularly regarding the taxation of the average pension and the reduction of support payments for large families. The criticism is primarily aimed at the unreliability of the government's actions and the failure to keep pre-election promises, which is being framed as a fundamental loss of trust in the state.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of social policy and taxation, referencing specific social benefit amounts (a loss of 200 euros) and pension targets (1000 and 1200 euros). The focus is primarily on pension indexation and income tax exemption, highlighting their impact on the elderly and families.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is accusatory and confrontational, focusing on the government's untrustworthiness and broken promises. Direct questions are posed when addressing the minister to emphasize the unfair treatment of pensioners and families and the resulting loss of trust in the state.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data regarding activity patterns (frequency, meetings, travel), with the exception of two speeches delivered in the Riigikogu during the first reading of the draft Income Tax Act.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The main adversary is the ruling coalition (the Reform Party, Eesti 200, SDE) and the responsible minister, who is being sharply criticized for breaking promises. The criticism is both political (taxation) and ethical in nature, accusing the government of losing trust.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Information regarding the style of cooperation (willingness to compromise, cross-party collaboration) is insufficient, as the rhetoric is purely oppositional and critical.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is exclusively on national social and tax policy issues that affect all residents of Estonia. There are no references to specific regional or local topics.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The economic platform supports maintaining social benefits and is strongly opposed to taxing the average pension. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of keeping pensions income-tax-free and fulfilling previous commitments regarding raising pension levels, thereby supporting social security.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The socio-political focus is directed towards protecting benefits for large families and ensuring the economic security of pensioners. There is strong opposition to cutting benefits and taxing pensions, as these measures directly affect the livelihoods of these groups.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on opposing the draft bill to amend the Income Tax Act, particularly the section concerning the taxation of the average pension. The speaker is acting as a strong opponent of the bill and demands accountability from the government regarding the promised pension levels.
2 Speeches Analyzed