Agenda Profile: Kadri Tali
Second Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Estonian Cultural Endowment Act and the Gambling Tax Act (338 SE)
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The central theme revolves around the financing mechanisms of the Cultural Endowment (Kultuurkapital) and the strong opposition to the part of draft bill 338 SE that redirects funds intended for growth toward taxes and the establishment of social guarantees. The political stance is focused on creating favorable conditions for the development of culture, emphasizing that culture must not be confused with the social welfare sector. The speaker stresses the necessity of establishing a financial mechanism that encourages growth, innovation, and talent, rather than mere distribution and redistribution.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of culture funding and management, citing 26 years of international work experience as a manager. Historical references are utilized (1919 discussions, scholarships, stipends/allowances), alongside technical concepts such as the "financial mechanism" and the "calculator for the potential of attracting private funds." Specific knowledge regarding the distribution of the Ministry of Culture's budget is also highlighted (e.g., 13% for ERR, 13% for integration).
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is expert, well-reasoned, and concerned, stressing the importance of culture and the potential negative consequences of the draft legislation. The speaker employs logical appeals and historical context to substantiate their positions, while simultaneously avoiding overtly aggressive language. The style is formal, focusing on problem-solving and the development of new mechanisms.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is actively involved in the legislative process, attending the Culture Committee meeting and referencing information gathered there regarding the growth of the Cultural Endowment's revenues. Furthermore, they are engaged in developing a new funding model, collaborating with colleagues and the Foresight Centre.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed at the principle of Draft Bill 338 SE, which channels the growth of the Cultural Endowment's revenues toward taxation and the creation of social guarantees, labeling this process "the re-taxation of taxes." The criticism is policy-based, accusing the initiative of changing the Cultural Endowment's purpose into a sector resembling social welfare. The distribution of the Ministry of Culture's budget is also criticized, arguing that too little funding reaches the "actual field of fine arts."
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, specifically mentioning working alongside Tanel Tein and other excellent colleagues. Cooperation with the Foresight Centre (Arenguseire Keskus) is also crucial; together with them, we are developing a calculator to assess the potential for attracting private funding for the financing of culture and sports. The objective is to jointly create the best and most fertile ground for the development of the cultural sector in Estonia.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on improving and developing the funding systems for Estonian culture and sports at the national level. The speaker references their international experience in financing the cultural sector across various countries, which lends a broader context to their positions.
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Economic Views
We support financial mechanisms that foster economic growth, stressing that culture requires conditions for development, rather than mere distribution and redistribution. We oppose the state re-taxing existing taxes under the guise of creating social guarantees. We prioritize cooperation between the public and private sectors and the involvement of private capital, viewing culture and sports as an economic branch to be developed to its full potential.
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Social Issues
The speaker clearly distinguishes the cultural sector from the social sector, opposing the directing of Cultural Endowment Fund revenues toward creating social guarantees. Emphasis is placed on supporting creative individuals with the goal of giving them "wings" and enabling them to manage independently, rather than transforming the sector into one characterized by dependency.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is on the draft legislation (338 SE) amending the Cultural Endowment Act and the Gambling Tax Act, a bill to which the speaker is critically opposed. The objective is to establish a new and more effective financial mechanism for funding culture and sports by involving private capital. The speaker is acting as the initiator in the development of this new funding model.
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