By Months: Margit Sutrop

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No direct political opponent is criticized, but the opposition is aimed at the reduction in funding planned for 2027 within the State Budget Strategy (RES). The criticism is policy-based because it could force universities to introduce tuition fees, which the speaker opposes. The dissatisfaction of universities regarding the future reduction is mentioned as indirect support for the criticism.

There is no direct confrontation, but the discussion addresses concerns related to the infringement of research institutions' autonomy, over-regulation, and the risk of political influence in science funding. Regarding the end-of-life topic, religious objections are neutralized by noting that the Council of Churches has also approved the draft bill. Criticism is directed more at systemic shortcomings (e.g., judicial training, excessive bureaucracy) rather than specific individuals.

There are no direct attacks or criticism aimed at the opposing parties. The questions are directed at the ministers to clarify the rationale behind the policies and laws, demonstrating a scrutinizing, rather than confrontational, stance.

A direct political opponent is not criticized; instead, the criticism is aimed at previous legislation (specifically, the unforeseen nature of the car tax) and the decisions made by administrative bodies (the Estonian Tax and Customs Board), which made the technical solutions overly complicated. He/She also criticizes the historical medical approach, which was overly paternalistic and failed to respect the patient's will.

Strong opposition is directed at political interference in the autonomy and academic freedom of scientific institutions. The speaker warns against a potential "EKREIKE government" that could restrict scientific autonomy, and criticizes the funding of pseudoscience. The criticism is values-based, citing the cases of the USA and New Zealand, where science funding has been politically restricted.

In foreign policy, the government is being criticized for sending conflicting signals regarding Israel, a move that has damaged historical friendships. Regarding science policy, there is strong opposition to political interference in the autonomy of scientific evaluation panels. This opposition cites the US experience and the opinion of one colleague regarding the termination of funding for unsuitable topics. Furthermore, the Ministry of Finance is also being criticized for its inability to establish a system for measuring research expenditures.

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