By Plenary Sessions: Helir-Valdor Seeder

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In the social sector, emphasis is placed on the need to maintain the income tax exemption for the average pension, with accusations leveled against the government for breaking this promise. Concern is expressed that the government is cutting pennies from the salaries of police officers and rescuers, while simultaneously failing to find wage funds for teachers. Social issues are primarily discussed within the context of the state budget deficit and the government's priorities.

The main social theme is the historically painful experience of denunciation and its connection to the deportations, warning against the danger of the decay of public morality. He emphasizes that in Estonia's historical memory, denunciation is a deeply painful and fateful experience.

The speaker addresses social cohesion and integration, asserting that the withdrawal of voting rights incentivizes Russian citizens to obtain Estonian citizenship and learn the language, thereby fostering societal cohesion. He rejects the argument that these restrictions lead to alienation, instead accusing the government's vague and threatening policies of promoting that alienation. Support is given to the transition to Estonian-language education and the broader use of Estonian in the service sector.

The speaker strongly opposes the law allowing anonymous denunciation, considering it a destroyer of Estonian political culture and public morality. Restricting voting rights for citizens of third countries and stateless persons is viewed as a positive measure that motivates stateless individuals to apply for Estonian citizenship, learn the Estonian language, and integrate better.

The primary social issue is ensuring internal security by restricting the voting rights of Russian and Belarusian citizens in local elections. This prioritizes national security over the civil rights of certain segments of the population.

No data available. The speeches focus on the electoral law and tax policy.

Among social issues, public health is addressed, criticizing the inefficiency of the sugar tax because it only taxes a marginal portion (about 5%) of sugar sources, while excluding fats and salt. Instead of health objectives, he/she sees financial goals behind the tax. Additionally, security and combating Russian influence are important priorities, supporting measures concerning the Moscow Patriarchate.