By Agendas: Aleksandr Tšaplõgin

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2025-10-16
Debate on the nationally important issue "Why is food expensive?", initiated by the Estonian Centre Party faction.

XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

The political focus is currently centered on the rising cost of living (specifically food prices) and issues of social inequality. This highlights Estonia's status as one of the countries in Europe with the highest prices, coupled with low wages and pensions. The speaker is demanding robust state intervention and compensation directed towards those who need it most. This stance is strongly outcome-oriented, requiring the state to take active measures to guarantee social protection.
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2025-10-09
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (661 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political focus is currently on reducing the value-added tax (VAT) on foodstuffs, particularly Estonian fruits and vegetables. This stance is strongly supportive of the tax reduction, while simultaneously criticizing the opposition for their previous lack of support and perceived dishonesty. The overall political framework is heavily results-oriented and highly critical of the opposition's actions.
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2025-10-08
2025 Report by the Minister of Social Affairs on the Implementation of the National Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The political focus is currently on the poor performance of the healthcare system, particularly the extremely long waiting lists to see a doctor, which can stretch to six months or even longer. The speaker is highly critical of this situation, directly attributing the long queues to a lack of adequate funding. This constitutes performance-based criticism, demanding concrete financial solutions from the government.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker identifies poverty in Estonia as the most significant problem, stressing its severity and widespread prevalence among citizens. This position strongly targets the lack of solutions for social issues within the draft budget (737 SE), which points to performance-based criticism.
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2025-09-10
Information session

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The political stance is heavily directed at the accountability of the government and the prime minister, stressing the importance of the internal culture of the parliament and respect for colleagues. A value-based issue is also being raised concerning the closure of institutions subordinate to the Moscow Patriarchate, which relates directly to the actions of a government advisor. The main focus remains on procedural correctness and the scrutiny of government actions.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The political stance is strongly oppositional, centered on sharp criticism of the government’s tax policy (the sugar tax) and state-funded media outlets (Russian-language Delfi and Postimees). The speaker stresses the necessity of protecting the public’s finances and demands that legislation (the election law) be brought into better compliance with the constitution. The framing is both policy- and value-based, especially concerning the ethics of media content and its financial support.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political position is strongly opposed to the government's green agenda, which it labels "the great deception." The primary focus is on energy prices and economic competitiveness, demanding cheap energy and supporting the use of oil shale. This position is value-based and forcefully highlights the consequences of the current policy.
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2025-06-18
The Future of Energy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The political focus is heavily centered on the future of energy, particularly the formation of electricity prices and ensuring energy security. The speaker opposes the government's plan to construct 400 new wind turbines, highlighting the risk of increased reliance on weather conditions and the danger of rising consumer subsidies. This position is clearly oriented toward policy effectiveness and consumer protection, thereby calling the current market model into question.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The most crucial topic is the draft amendment to the Churches and Congregations Act, which the speaker strongly opposes, deeming it politically biased. This stance is value-based, emphasizing the principles of the rule of law and religious freedom, and criticizing state interference in the internal affairs of the church. The speaker defends the rights of those who profess Russian Orthodoxy.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The most crucial issue is managing the economic crisis through tax policy. The speaker is vehemently opposed to the government's policy, which focuses on balancing the budget by raising taxes during a recession. The political stance is performance-driven, highlighting the government's failures and the necessity of a change in administration. Furthermore, they demand the use of cheap energy (oil shale) instead of pursuing the green transition.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry Regarding the Spread of Poverty in Estonia (No. 757)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The most prominent issues are the misalignment of state priorities, the underfunding of social needs, and state gigantism. The speaker is strongly opposed to the current government policy, especially the support for Rail Baltic and wind farms, and demands that resources be directed toward the people and that a new government be formed. His political framework is clearly results-based, focusing on the government's failure to ensure a decent standard of living and economic justice.
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2025-06-04
Trust crisis

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The political position is strongly oppositional, centering on the government's incompetence and lack of legitimacy. The speaker stresses that support for the government is exceptionally low (20% versus 80% for the opposition) and that the government came to power through deception, having broken its promises regarding taxation and security. The immediate resignation of the government is demanded, citing a crisis of democratic morality.
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2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

The political focus is currently directed towards the implementation and viability of the Rail Baltic project, which forms a key part of the national long-term development strategy, "Estonia 2035." The speaker expresses strong skepticism regarding the project's economic feasibility, military security implications, and the capacity of international partners. The questions posed are clearly aimed at assessing the project's actual performance and evaluating the associated risks.
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2025-06-02
First reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The speaker takes a critical stance on the supplementary budget draft because it fails to include measures for cutting administrative costs. The main emphasis is placed on the efficiency of the state apparatus and the high number of civil servants per taxpayer, which indicates a serious fiscal concern. The framework of this position is clearly results-based (performance-driven), demanding the optimization of state expenditures.
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2025-05-13
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Organizing a referendum on the question of electricity production from oil shale" (581 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The political position strongly supports holding a referendum, prioritizing the issue of public trust. Furthermore, the speaker expresses strong opposition to the current green energy subsidy model, highlighting the economic burden it places on consumers. The framing used is value-based (trusting the people) and outcome-based (rising costs).
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is firmly against the government cutting social spending, particularly when it comes to saving money at the expense of the unemployed, which they deem immoral. The speaker emphasizes a value-based approach, arguing that raising children and pursuing education should not be equated with serving a sentence for a crime. The primary goal is to increase social spending, not reduce it, in order to prevent beneficiaries from being condemned to poverty. The political framework is a blend of social justice and fiscal criticism, offering specific alternative sources of funding.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is firmly opposed, labeling the proposed renewable energy acceleration bill "poorly conceived." The primary focus is placed on the risks associated with the green energy transition, particularly concerning reliability and consumer costs. The underlying framework is results-oriented and risk-averse, prioritizing stability over weather-dependent energy sources. Opposition to the bill stems from the fact that it ties the nation's electricity supply to unpredictable weather conditions and imposes undefined financial obligations on citizens.
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2025-05-07
Food safety

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The political stance is strongly critical of the government's agricultural policy, highlighting the threats to food security and the dangers of import dependence. The speaker urgently demands a clear strategic plan and national support for local producers to halt the systemic decline of agriculture. The focus is on performance-based criticism, given that the state is losing control over its domestic food production.
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2025-04-21
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the security of the Riigikogu e-election process" (576 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political stance is strongly critical of Estonia's current e-voting system. The main points of emphasis are ensuring democratic principles (voluntariness, procedural differences) and the geopolitical contradiction, given that a similar system exists only in Russia and Venezuela. The position is primarily value-based and focused on security, highlighting the system's lack of legitimacy.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding the energy sector (no. 724)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The most crucial issue is the soaring electricity prices and energy independence. The speaker strongly opposes the current free-market model (Nord Pool) and the subsidization of green energy, deeming them uncompetitive. He advocates for reverting to nationally regulated prices and domestic oil shale power generation, stressing that the transition to the market in 2013 was a failure. The political framework is heavily results-oriented, focusing on the high costs borne by consumers and the state's failure to guarantee reasonable pricing.
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2025-04-09
Who leads Estonia’s finances

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The most prominent issue is the accountability of the Minister of Finance and the government’s complete inability to manage the country’s finances. The speaker strongly rejects the narrative suggesting that foreign powers (Putin) are controlling the Estonian economy and driving tax hikes. The political stance is clearly oppositional, focusing on criticizing the inconsistencies in the government’s actions and policies.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political position is strongly opposed to the government (especially the Social Democrats), which is attempting to close the Orthodox Church under the pretext of a security threat. The speaker positions himself as a defender of the rule of law and religious freedom, stressing that punishment can only be meted out for concrete actions, not for a "potential threat." The position is heavily value-based, emphasizing historical memory and the betrayal of the ideals of independence.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political stance is strongly opposed to amending the constitution regarding the revocation of non-citizens' voting rights in local elections. The speaker stresses that this constitutes an undemocratic collective punishment, which violates the principles of the constitution. The position is value-driven and focuses on protecting national security, arguing that revoking the right to vote would actually undermine it.
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2025-03-24
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The most pressing issues are high electricity prices and the recession, which are blamed on the government’s green agenda and CO2 taxes. The political position is strongly opposed to the government’s policies, stressing the necessity of returning to a "normal economy" and affordable energy. The stance involves vigorous support for restoring the competitiveness of oil shale power to ensure electricity is not a luxury commodity in Estonia. The framing is primarily policy- and performance-based, accusing political decisions of harming the economy.
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2025-03-19
Market economy in Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The political focus centers on the fundamental principles of Estonia's economic system, specifically questioning whether it operates as a market economy or socialism. The speaker takes a strong stand against state subsidies for green energy and the taxation of oil shale, stressing the necessity of fair competition. Their viewpoint is deeply value-based, centered on defending the ideals of the market economy.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the financing of Russian-language Delfi and ETV+

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The most salient issue is state funding for Russian-language media, which the speaker strongly opposes. This opposition is framed both in terms of values (inappropriate content) and outcomes (alleged lack of independence and political bias). The speaker challenges the government's priorities and its commitment to supporting democratic values.
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2025-03-12
Government foreign policy

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The political stance is highly critical of the government’s foreign policy direction, particularly concerning security guarantees and relations with the US. Emphasis is placed on the contradictions between the minister's earlier positions (granting mineral resources to the US) and his subsequent emphasis on European independence. Furthermore, the Estonian Prime Minister is criticized for undiplomatic statements directed at the US administration, which resulted in a diplomatic démarche.
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2025-03-10
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances related to the termination of Nordica’s activities” (543 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political position is strongly focused on the investigation of circumstances related to the cessation of operations of the national airline (Nordica). The speaker calls into question the government's decisions to continue long-term support for the loss-making company, emphasizing the need to establish accountability and uncover potential conflicts of interest. The stance is vigorously results-based, criticizing the state's poor economic management.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political position is strongly opposed to Draft Bill 570 SE, which is being viewed as a move to close churches across Estonia. The speaker frames their opposition on a values-based platform, referencing the War of Independence and their ancestors' contribution to Estonian freedom. They accuse the Social Democratic Party (SDE) of engaging in actions that resemble the destructive work of the Bolsheviks.
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2025-02-18
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (535 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is on economic justice and tax policy, urgently demanding a tax on banking sector profits and a reduction in VAT on foodstuffs. This position is strongly opposed to the government's policy, which is described as protecting the rich and robbing the poor. The political framework is strongly value-based, emphasizing the lack of solidarity and fairness in the current tax system. A billion euros is gifted to the banks, and then that billion is taken back from pensioners and children.
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2025-01-29
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Electricity Market Act with the Constitution.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly opposes state intervention in the energy market, particularly the subsidizing of renewable energy production, emphasizing that the state’s role is to ensure consumers have sufficient energy at the lowest possible price. This political position is value-based, demanding a choice between a market economy and socialism/a planned economy, and is highly critical of the current regulatory framework.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (539 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The political position is strongly centered on reducing the VAT on foodstuffs to alleviate the cost of living driven by rapid price increases. The framework of this position is value-based, stressing solidarity as the primary objective of tax policy. The speaker strongly supports the proposal to make food items more accessible for Estonian residents.
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2025-01-15
Draft law amending the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Health Insurance Act (504 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The political position is one of strong support for reforming the sick pay system, specifically by reducing the employee's responsibility for covering the first day of illness. The draft legislation is being framed as both policy-driven and value-based, stressing the necessity of protecting public health and realizing economic gains. The speaker views the current system as flawed and detrimental, arguing that it compels people to go to work even when they are sick.
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2024-12-18
Estonian and Georgian relations

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The political position is strongly critical of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ sanctions against Georgia, stressing the legitimacy of Georgia’s elected government and the impropriety of interfering in the internal affairs of a sovereign state. The questions raised call into question the double standards and the fundamental framework of Estonian foreign policy. The stance is directed against the government’s actions, emphasizing the principle of sovereignty.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker is strongly opposed to the government's fiscal policy and the fundamental principles used in drafting the 2025 budget. The main issues raised are the negative impact of increasing the tax burden on the economy and the dubious economic growth forecast underpinning the budget. This stance is outcome-oriented, focusing specifically on the potential failure of the government's economic assumptions.
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2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) - Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The political stance is firmly against the government's excise tax increases, arguing that they slow down economic growth and harm poorer citizens. He/She stresses the necessity of implementing wealth taxes (such as a bank profit tax and progressive income tax) and making extensive budget cuts (specifically targeting Rail Baltic and bureaucracy). The overall narrative heavily focuses on economic performance and political decision-making, highlighting the government's failures.
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2024-12-11
Economic Growth and Eesti Energia

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The political position is strongly oppositional, focusing on the government's failures in ensuring economic growth and citing ten consecutive quarters of economic recession. Criticism is also directed at the policy of Eesti Energia, which is leading to the closure of factories and a reduction in energy production. The framework is strongly results-oriented, questioning the government's competence and comparing the situation to a natural disaster.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Act on the Status of a Member of the Riigikogu (528 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The political position focuses on the draft bill (528 SE) to amend the Riigikogu Member Status Act. The speaker emphasizes that the proposal they submitted was substantive, while simultaneously questioning the governing coalition's intention to reject it. The stance is moderately oppositional and aimed at criticizing the government's actions.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political position centers on the fairness of methods used to fund security. The speaker is strongly opposed to the proposed security tax bill (512 SE), arguing that it targets low-income individuals, including pensioners, and deems it harmful and unjust. An alternative solution is favored, such as a special tax on banks. The argumentation is strongly framed by values (fairness) and policy considerations (a comparison with Lithuania).
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political position is strongly against tax increases, especially during an economic recession, as they further impede economic growth. The focus is on protecting the economy and preserving the real incomes of citizens. This stance is framed as opposition to government actions that amount to robbing an already struggling populace.
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2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is strongly opposed to state intervention in citizens' private lives, particularly in the area of child protection. The speaker opposes Bill 427 SE, arguing that it strengthens state control and grants excessive authority to officials. This position is clearly value-driven, aiming to protect the role of parents from being usurped by the state.
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2024-11-21
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is fiercely opposed to the government's social reform, which is deemed poor and unjust. The primary focus is on protecting vulnerable groups, such as students and poorer citizens, at whose expense the government is attempting to save money. This position is value-driven, highlighting social injustice and the government's failure to ensure an adequate standard of living. The faction proposes that the draft bill be rejected.
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2024-11-21
Draft law amending the State Duty Act and the Act on Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances and Their Precursors (502 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker takes a fiercely opposing stance on draft bill 502 SE, calling it a bad law. The main focus is on increasing state fees in the healthcare and social sectors, which is framed as a direct raid on the pockets of citizens, especially pensioners. The position is both policy-driven (cost analysis) and value-based (protection of vulnerable groups).
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The politician is strongly opposed to the draft bill (527 SE) amending the constitution, which involves stripping Russian citizens and non-citizens of their voting rights. His opposition is framed on a values-based foundation, emphasizing the principles of democracy and the rule of law, and warning against the implementation of collective punishment. He calls into question the bill's main argument—that it reduces the security threat—suggesting instead that it might actually create more problems.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political position strongly opposes the constitutional amendment bill (536 SE), which concerns the revocation of voting rights for Russian and Belarusian citizens. The criticism is value-based, emphasizing the undemocratic nature of the principle of collective punishment and its inconsistency with the principles of the rule of law. The speaker questions the main justification provided by the bill’s proponents, pointing out that supporters of Putin also exist among Estonian citizens.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act and the Value Added Tax Act (mental health services) – third reading (500 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is firmly against the government’s proposed amendment to the Social Welfare Act, as it fails to offer real solutions to the escalating mental health crisis. Criticism targets the policy’s inefficiency and insufficient funding, which is exacerbated by rising costs and taxes. This position is results-oriented, stressing that the standard approach is ineffective and genuine solutions are missing.
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2024-11-20
Energetics

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The politician’s primary concern is the sustainability of the green agenda and its impact on Estonia’s competitiveness, especially given the USA’s new direction toward boosting fossil fuel production. He challenges the current policy course, which mandates phasing out the use of oil shale by 2040. This stance is heavily focused on evaluating the consequences of the policy and is presented in a tone of deep concern.
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2024-11-20
The churning of pensioners.

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The most crucial issue is the taxation of pensions, which the politician strongly opposes. His stance is value-based, framing the pension as a debt owed by the state, accumulated from taxes paid throughout one's life. The position is robust and articulated as direct opposition to the government's policy.
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2024-11-06
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is on the strong opposition to the motor vehicle tax (car tax), which is viewed as unfair and detrimental to economic growth. This stance is both value-driven and policy-based, stressing that the tax burden is already excessively high and that this specific tax essentially robs the poor while leaving the wealthy unaffected. The speaker supports the implementation of alternative taxes proposed by the Centre Party, aimed at preventing further burdening of the citizenry.
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2024-11-06
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The political position focuses intensely on the internal procedural fairness and equal treatment within the Riigikogu. The speaker sharply contests the perceived marginalization that occurs when compiling the queues for the information hour. This stance is motivated by personal injustice and limited opportunities to speak, which calls into question the impartiality of parliamentary standards.
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2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The political position is strongly critical of the government’s actions regarding the implementation of the EU Green Agenda. The speaker opposes the sacrificing of the oil shale energy sector, viewing it as an action detrimental to national interests. The stance is rather value-based and results-oriented, emphasizing the failure to protect Estonian interests compared to other member states.
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2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act (pension support) - first reading (508 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political position is strongly opposed to the government's actions, focusing specifically on social welfare cuts made at the expense of pensioners. The speaker emphasizes a value-based framework, expressing shame over taking money away from the elderly while the government squanders billions on other projects. This stance is vigorously oppositional, demanding the rejection of the bill.
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2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act and the Value Added Tax Act (mental health services) – first reading (500 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political position is strongly opposed to the government's draft bill concerning amendments to the Social Welfare Act and the Value Added Tax Act (VAT). The primary criticism focuses on the government's action of imposing obligations on local municipalities (specifically mental health services) without providing the necessary resources. This stance is outcome-oriented and demands the rejection of the bill during the first reading, labeling it a "bad law."
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political stance is firmly opposed to the proposed budget, arguing that it fails to address three core national issues: boosting the birth rate, achieving rapid economic growth, and eliminating poverty. This position is performance-driven, highlighting the government's failure to integrate strategic objectives into the budget framework. Additionally, it criticizes the ideological dissonance within the government regarding its support for the free market versus the provision of large-scale green subsidies.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political focus is currently directed at the security tax bill (512 SE). The speaker expresses skepticism regarding the proposed tax hike, stressing its potential negative impact on the economy and overall economic security. This stance is primarily policy-driven, centering on the detrimental consequences of raising taxes.
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2024-10-16
Minister of Finance's Statements

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker adopts a strongly confrontational position regarding the government's rhetoric, which links criticism of the administration to support for the Kremlin or anti-state activity. The primary focus is on defending the legitimacy of the parliamentary opposition and criticizing the government's actions (tax policy, cost of living). The stance is strongly value-based, emphasizing the importance of democratic debate and social justice.
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2024-10-16
Electrical supply

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The most crucial issue is the national energy policy and the high cost associated with green energy subsidies. The speaker voiced strong skepticism regarding the government's capacity to guarantee an adequate energy supply at an affordable price within the next six years. The focus is results-oriented, challenging the viability and cost-effectiveness of the current strategy.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The political stance is strongly opposed to the proposed increases in electricity and fuel excise duties. This opposition is framed in terms of economic risks, highlighting the potential drop in living standards and losses for businesses. The position is further bolstered by referencing warnings from scientists, lending the stance a performance-driven focus.
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2024-10-15
First reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the draft law amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The most prominent issue is the government's tax policy, which is widely regarded as unfair. The speaker expresses strong opposition to the government's actions, which they believe take money from the poor and hand it over to the rich. This stance is heavily value-driven, focusing on social justice and inequality.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political platform focuses on issues of public finance and social justice, specifically highlighting the shortfalls in healthcare funding. The speaker strongly opposes taxing the poor (patients) and advocates instead for taxing the wealthy (banks) through a special levy. This position is deeply rooted in values, emphasizing the theme of inequality.
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2024-10-09
Management Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The political position focuses on the insufficient transparency of the state budget. The stance is moderately critical, relying on the opinions of the Chancellor of Justice and economists, and demands that the budget be made more comprehensible. The framing is results-based, emphasizing the government's capacity to create understandable documents.
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2024-10-09
Agricultural policy and the future of Tartu Agro

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The political focus is on the government's actions regarding the economy and food security. The speaker adopts a strong, results-oriented stance, stressing the negative impact of rising prices and declining living standards on local food production, which he views as a security risk. He demands concrete measures from the government to rectify the situation.
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2024-10-08
Draft law amending the Criminal Code (452 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The political position is one of clear support for the Draft Act on Amendments to the Penal Code (452 SE). Although the speaker supports the bill, they express pragmatic pessimism regarding its passage, acknowledging its probable rejection. The focus remains on the political process and its anticipated outcome.
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2024-09-25
Draft resolution "Appointment of an auditor to audit the activities of the National Audit Office for 2024–2025" (495 OE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The most crucial issue is the credibility and suitability of the candidate for the National Audit Office auditor position. The speaker expresses strong doubt, questioning whether the newly established firm (founded on July 18, 2024) is sufficiently competent to handle such a serious task. This is rather a framework focused on performance and procedure.
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2024-09-25
Rail Baltic

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The most critical issue is the extremely high cost of the Rail Baltic project and its lack of financial viability. The political position is strongly adversarial, stressing the waste of taxpayer money and demanding the disclosure of the project's final cost and any future additional expenses. The focus is primarily on the project's financial performance and transparency.
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2024-09-25
The situation in the country.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The most critical issue is the decline in the population's purchasing power and the deterioration of the standard of living. The speaker is vehemently opposed to the government's actions, particularly regarding tax hikes, which are viewed as exacerbating the situation. The focus lies on the government's performance and effectiveness in resolving the economic crisis, suggesting a results-oriented political stance.
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2024-09-25
About the Estonian economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker strongly opposes the government's proposed economic decisions, emphasizing their negative impact on citizens' welfare and the stability of the economy. This stance is results-oriented, utilizing the Bank of Estonia's forecasts to criticize the anticipated negative consequences of the government's policy.
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2024-09-19
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act and the Vocational Educational Institutions Act (404 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The most prominent issue is the practical adequacy of education funding, particularly regarding the one-euro allocation. The speaker expresses strong skepticism and opposition concerning the sufficiency of this amount, calling into question the feasibility of the draft bill. The stance is clearly outcome-based, focusing on the policy's capacity to deliver a tangible service.
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2024-09-19
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Family Benefits Act (388 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The political platform strongly focuses on resolving the demographic crisis, which is regarded as a national catastrophe and the country’s top priority. The speaker firmly supports raising family benefits (e.g., to 150 euros) in order to alleviate poverty and boost the birth rate. This position is deeply value-based, emphasizing the importance of raising children and preventing poverty.
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2024-09-18
Economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The political stance is strongly opposed to the government's tax policy, focusing primarily on economic competitiveness. This position has been forcefully articulated, criticizing the increase in labor taxes, VAT, and corporate income tax during a time of crisis. The framework is clearly policy- and performance-based, calling into question the country's economic advantage.
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2024-09-11
Government economic policy

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The most prominent issue is the failure of the government's economic policy, marked by three consecutive years of recession. The speaker vehemently opposes tax hikes and spending cuts, labeling them as economic suicide. The focus remains on the efficacy of the government's performance and demanding accountability. The stance is highly adversarial and performance-driven.
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2024-09-11
Salaries in the Ministry of the Interior Sector

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The speaker has adopted a position of strong opposition to the Tallinn city authorities' decision to allocate substantial funds to a private school while the public school system is struggling financially. The political focus is centered on unethical conduct, emphasizing conflicts of interest and the misuse of public money by members of the city government. This stance is strongly driven by performance metrics and core values, demanding accountability in the stewardship of public resources.
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2024-09-10
First Reading of the Draft Act (412 SE) on Amendments to the Riigikogu Election Act (Obtaining a Compensatory Mandate Based on the Number of Votes Cast for the Candidate)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The most crucial issue is the reform of the electoral law, which aims to change the system for allocating compensatory mandates. The political stance is strongly supportive of Draft Bill 412 SE, justifying this position with constitutional values and emphasizing the role of the people as the ultimate sovereign power. This position is principle-based, focusing on rectifying the flaws and unfairness inherent in the current system.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The political position is strongly opposed to the government's current tax policy, which is described as "pure madness" and the "robbing" of poorer citizens. The primary focus is on economic recovery and halting the decline in the standard of living. The stance is deeply value-based, emphasizing social justice, where the wealthy should support the state and the state should support the poor.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The most prominent topic is the economic recession and the subsequent massive tax hike proposed by the government. The speaker strongly opposes raising taxes, questioning the economic performance of the previous administration. The focus is clearly results-oriented, criticizing the two-year period of economic decline under the government led by the Reform Party.
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2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The political focus is centered on opposing the motor vehicle tax (or 'car tax'), which is widely viewed as a terrible idea and outright robbery of ordinary people. This stance is strongly antagonistic and value-driven, highlighting how the tax would impede economic growth and disproportionately affect poorer citizens and those living in rural areas. The speaker employs a rhetorical contrast, juxtaposing the car tax with the special bank tax proposed by the Centre Party, in order to criticize the prioritization of the vehicle tax.
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2024-06-14
Second Reading of the Draft State Supplementary Budget Act for 2024 (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session

The political position is strongly opposed to the government's 2024 supplementary budget, accusing the administration of financial incompetence and mismanagement. The speaker frames the budget as a consequence of stagnation, poverty, and a lack of economic growth. This stance is heavily results-oriented, focusing on the government's failures in handling public funds.
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2024-06-12
The Actions of the Government and the Prime Minister

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The political stance focuses on questions regarding government action and the accountability of the Prime Minister. The speaker calls into question the Prime Minister's conduct during participation in an international meeting without prior consultation with the government, emphasizing the need for procedural correctness and highlighting deficiencies in internal government communication.
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2024-06-11
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The political position is strongly opposed to interference in Georgia’s internal affairs, provided that their government and parliament are legitimate. This stance is value-based, emphasizing the principle of sovereignty and the necessity of respecting the legitimacy of another country’s elections. The speaker questions the necessity of the entire discussion, given that the Georgian authorities are lawful.
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2024-06-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on the 2024 Supplementary Budget (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The political focus is on the 2024 supplementary budget and its impact on the economy. The speaker expresses strong skepticism as to whether the budget drafting process adequately considered the prospects for economic growth and recovery, thereby calling into question the priorities of the government's actions. The stance taken is critical and results-oriented, underscoring the necessity of stimulating the economy.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The politician is vehemently opposed to implementing the car tax, deeming it a terrible idea that disproportionately affects the poorest citizens. He strongly backs the alternative tax solutions proposed by the Centre Party, such as the excess profits tax on banks and progressive income tax. His stance is clearly geared toward social justice and funding the state budget by taxing the wealthy.
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2024-06-05
The Actions of the Government and the Prime Minister

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The most important topic is the transparency of government activities and the accountability required for the Prime Minister’s international meetings (Bilderberg). The speaker adopts a critical stance, demanding information on whether Kaja Kallas informed the government about the discussions held and the commitments made on behalf of the Estonian state. The focus is on procedural and results-based oversight of government operations.
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2024-06-05
Ida-Viru County specialist doctors and hospitals' overtime coefficients

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Politically, the speaker is emphasizing the current status of the Tallinn Hospital project, thereby shifting attention away from the Ida-Virumaa issue that is currently on the agenda. This demonstrates an interest in large-scale healthcare infrastructure projects. The focus is clearly more on performance and the progress of these projects.
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2024-05-29
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (407 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic regarding the Increase of Support for Youth Extracurricular Activities."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political position is fiscally conservative, immediately demanding clarification regarding the funding sources for any proposal that requires state funds. This demonstrates a strong commitment to budget discipline and the financial viability of the policy.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Lowering the Value-Added Tax on Domestic Fruits and Vegetables to 5 Percent" (406 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The central theme revolves around proposing alternatives to the sugar tax, stressing the importance of supporting healthy living rather than resorting to punitive measures. The political position involves strong backing for reducing the VAT on domestic fruits and vegetables to 5%, aiming to improve public health choices and support local producers. This stance is clearly policy-driven, focused on finding sensible and acceptable solutions.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political stance focuses on the economic impact of the nuclear energy adoption bill (431 OE), specifically highlighting the resulting purchase price for the consumer. This is a results-based approach, where the success of the policy is measured by direct economic benefit. The speaker positions themselves as a defender of consumer interests in the energy debate.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Act Amending the Child Protection Act and Other Acts (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political stance centers on the critical framing of the amendment to the Child Protection Act (427 SE). The speaker voices strong suspicion and concern that the country is moving toward the Scandinavian model, which would make it easier to remove children from their families. This is a value-driven position, emphasizing fears about state intervention and child placement.
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2024-05-29
Government Investments and Defense Spending

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The speaker adopts a position of strong opposition, calling into question the government's economic competence and budget management. The primary themes are the anticipated impact of state investments and the utilization of defense expenditures to justify tax increases. The political framework is results-oriented, focusing on the government's alleged failure to control the deficit.
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2024-05-28
Second Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The political stance is sharply opposed to the government's plan to tax the average pension, highlighting the breach of a promise made in the coalition agreement. The speaker prioritizes social justice, criticizing the taxation of the less affluent while simultaneously refusing to tax massive bank profits. The overall framing is strongly value-driven and highly condemnatory of the government's actions.
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2024-05-27
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Social Protection on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The political position is strongly oppositional, focusing on the government's broken promises and unfair policies. The speaker sharply criticizes the taxation of the average pension, labeling it the robbing of the poor, and thereby calling the government's long-term strategy into question. The position is strongly results-oriented and values-based, emphasizing social injustice.
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2024-05-15
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The most important topic is the critical teacher shortage, which is estimated by 700 vacant positions. The political stance is strongly critical of the government's inaction and preparation regarding the implementation of new language requirements, which will deepen the crisis by several hundred more positions. This is primarily a performance-driven framework that assesses the government's activity and effectiveness.
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2024-05-15
Bureaucracy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The most salient issue is the size and efficiency of the public sector, particularly the proliferation of bureaucracy. The speaker strongly contradicts the Prime Minister's claim of a "lean public sector," highlighting data-driven criticism regarding the ratio of officials to taxpayers. This position is based on performance and efficiency, emphasizing the seriousness of the problem.
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2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political focus centers on the question of the reliability and transparency of e-voting, which the speaker believes is undermining the foundations of democracy. He demands that the use of e-voting be abandoned until technical solutions can guarantee absolute reliability. This stance is strongly opposed to the government's plan to further expand the scope of e-voting, emphasizing that nearly half of all citizens do not trust the current system.
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2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (367 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The most salient issue is tax policy and social justice. The speaker vehemently opposes the government’s policy, which they argue taxes the poor while letting the rich go untaxed. This stance is strongly value-driven, pointing to potential corrupt connections (a fear of upsetting sponsors) and demanding fairness in the tax system.
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2024-05-08
State and Church

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The speaker strongly opposes the Ministry of the Interior’s intervention in the canonical relations of the Orthodox Church, emphasizing the principle of separation of church and state. Secondly, the speaker focuses on the inconsistencies within the government’s security policy, criticizing the Prime Minister’s support for the Mayor of Tallinn, whose family’s business ties with Russia constitute a security risk. The political framework employed is both value-based (constitutional freedoms) and results-based (the illogical nature of the government’s activities).
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2024-05-08
The Economic Situation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The most crucial topic is the government's financial accountability and the effectiveness of economic support measures. The speaker is demanding clarification from the government (specifically the Ministry of Finance) regarding how the 400 million euro loan has been used and what the expected economic growth (in percentage terms) will be. The position taken is results-oriented and moderately critical, highlighting the necessity for concrete metrics.
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2024-05-06
A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The political position is strongly oppositional to the policy of the Minister of Education and Research concerning the abolition of the requirement for teachers' pedagogical qualifications. This stance is outcome-based, focusing on the potential negative consequences of the policy for teacher employment and school staffing. The speaker expresses concern regarding job losses and replacement issues following August 1st.
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2024-05-02
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political position adopted is skeptical and questioning regarding Riigikogu Draft Declaration 420 AE, emphasizing the necessity of concrete objectives and tangible benefits for the Estonian people. The speaker demands clarity concerning the draft's specific impact on Estonian believers, citing conflicting claims. This stance is strongly focused on the effectiveness and transparency of the policy.
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2024-05-02
Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker strongly opposes the tax on sugary drinks, branding it as a punishment for soda drinkers. The political position focuses on positive incentives, offering, as an alternative, a reduction in the tax on fruits and vegetables to encourage healthy eating. The stance is clearly policy-driven and solution-oriented.
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2024-04-30
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The political position is firmly opposed to the government's proposal to tax pensions, highlighting its inherent unfairness and the risk of driving people into poverty. The speaker positions themselves as offering a socially conscious alternative, demanding the introduction of a special tax on bank profits and a progressive income tax system. The framework of this position is strongly value-driven, emphasizing justice and a fairer distribution of national wealth.
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2024-04-30
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the State Fees Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (417 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The political position is strongly opposed to the government’s draft bill to raise state fees, emphasizing the disparity between citizens' incomes and the quality of public services. The approach is primarily value-based and critical of the government’s actions, accusing it of "robbing" citizens during an economically challenging time. The stance is forcefully confrontational and centers on the government’s poor economic performance.
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2024-04-30
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Penal Code and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Increasing the Fine Unit) (Bill 415 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The political focus is on ensuring justice within the penal system, stressing that the current flat-rate fines are not punitive for the wealthy. This stance advocates for an income-related fine system (known as 'day fines' or 'unit fines'), which has been formally presented to the minister as a question. The position is value-driven, centered on achieving social equality in punishment.
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2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The political stance centers on questions concerning the security and trustworthiness of e-voting. Strong doubts are raised regarding the possibility of verifying the voter's autonomy and the uncoerced nature of their choice. This position is highly procedural and policy-driven, demanding concrete mechanisms of verification.
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2024-04-17
Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The political position centers on strong opposition to politicians whose families conduct business in Russia, viewing this as a direct threat to national security. The stance is intensely value-driven, emphasizing moral and security consistency in condemning Russia's actions. The speaker sharply criticizes the situation where the head of the government and the Mayor of Tallinn are connected to such economic interests.
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2024-04-17
Frightening the population

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The most crucial issue is the negative impact of the government's war rhetoric on the economy and the investment climate. The speaker is highly critical of officials constantly discussing the war, which, in their estimation, has resulted in financial damage. The stance is clearly outcome-based, focusing on the government's failure to protect the economy.
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2024-04-10
Government decisions

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The most striking issue is the question of voting rights for Russian citizens and its connection to loyalty to the Estonian state. This position is presented as a critical question that calls into doubt the effectiveness of a potential political measure (the revocation of voting rights). The framework is policy-based, focusing on the expected efficacy of the measure.
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2024-04-10
The Prime Minister's Policy

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The political focus is heavily centered on the third consecutive year of decline in the Estonian economy and the government's fiscal policy. The speaker is vehemently opposed to the prime minister's policy, which involves cutting spending and raising taxes, labeling it "suicide policy." This stance is clearly results-oriented and highly critical of the government's performance.
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2024-04-03
Pension Taxation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The political position centers on strong opposition to the taxation of the average pension, which is considered a breach of an election promise and an unfair reduction of income for the elderly. This stance is strongly value-based, emphasizing social justice and the protection of vulnerable groups. The speaker questions the fairness of the government's policy, contrasting the taxation of pensions with the idea of taxing banks' excess profits.
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2024-04-02
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Abandon the Imposition of the Car Tax and Withdraw the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill from the Riigikogu Proceedings" (374 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly supports the proposal to abandon the introduction of the car tax, thereby expressing clear opposition to the government’s tax policy. This stance is policy-driven, focusing on the necessity of finding alternative funding sources and addressing the consistency of the tax policy’s underlying logic. He demands that the presenter offer alternative revenue measures, specifically referencing the Centre Party’s idea for a bank tax.
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2024-03-20
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The central theme is the decline of the Estonian economy and the government's tax policy. The political position is strongly opposed to the government's tax hikes and the introduction of new taxes. The framework is results-based, referencing two consecutive years of economic recession and warning about the negative impact of taxes.
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2024-03-20
Car Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The political position centers on strong opposition to the proposed car tax bill, as it fails to offer social concessions to people with disabilities, large families, and low-income individuals. This stance is policy-driven and emphasizes the question of adherence to constitutional principles. The speaker demands an explanation from the government as to why aspects of social justice have been neglected in the draft legislation.
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2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker strongly opposes the automatic introduction of new taxes (such as a sugar tax) aimed at improving children's health. They advocate for alternative fiscal measures, such as reducing taxes on healthy foods (fruits and vegetables) and increasing funding for school meals. This position is clearly focused on policy and solutions.
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2024-03-13
The Present and Future Challenges Facing the Domestic Food Industry

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The political stance centers on strong criticism of the government's inaction regarding the recession, which has now lasted over two years. A demand is being made for the government to present an action plan and take accountability for restoring economic growth. This position is clearly results-oriented, focusing specifically on the prime minister's performance during their term in office.
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2024-03-06
Spreading misinformation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The political position centers on challenging the government's actions and integrity, emphasizing the threat posed to the state by the Prime Minister's "constant lying." The speaker strongly opposes tax hikes and the government's assertions about improving living standards, citing the growing number of people living in poverty. The criticism is primarily directed at the government's failed policies and its broken promises.
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2024-03-06
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The political position is strongly opposed to the government’s planned car tax, emphasizing the injustice it creates between rural inhabitants and the wealthy. The speaker proposes, as an alternative, substantial taxation of luxury vehicles, prioritizing social justice and a value-based approach to tax policy. The opposition is intense and focuses on the social impact of the policy.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation Regarding the Temporary Taxation of Banks' Excess Profits (No. 595)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The political position is fiercely opposed to the government's tax policy, emphasizing social inequality and unfair taxation. The main issue revolves around the high cost of loans in Estonia and the question of whether the poor are being taxed instead of the rich. This stance is strongly value-driven, focusing on the lack of fairness within the tax system.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The political stance is strongly opposed to the car tax (the draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act), stressing its detrimental impact on all residents, particularly the less affluent. Simultaneously, there is a demand for implementing a solidarity tax on banks that are generating massive profits. This position is framed as a challenge to the government's priorities and interests, asking directly: "Whose interests are you working for?"
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2024-02-14
Salaries of police officers and rescue workers

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The most crucial issue is the funding of salary increases for police officers and rescue workers, and the government's budget priorities. The speaker is vehemently opposed to the government's actions, which find money to reward bureaucrats but not to raise the wages of life-savers. This position is strongly value-driven, emphasizing the injustice and the inadequate rewarding of work performance.
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2024-02-07
Tax Policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The most crucial topics are economic inequality and tax policy. The speaker is firmly against increasing regressive taxes (such as VAT and excise duties), arguing that this disproportionately affects low and middle-income individuals. Simultaneously, there is a call for implementing a solidarity windfall tax on banks to mitigate poverty and inequality. The political framework itself is heavily value-driven, centered on solidarity and the moral assessment of government actions.
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2024-02-07
Nordica Special Audit

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The political position centers on sharp criticism of the government's actions, asserting that the current government is the primary risk factor for Estonian entrepreneurs. This is a strongly oppositional and results-oriented stance, which demands concrete steps from the prime minister to restore confidence. The position is aimed at countering the uncertainty surrounding the government’s overall actions.
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2024-01-24
Doctor Appointment Problems

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The most critical issue is the length of waiting lists for doctor appointments, which currently stretch to six months or more. The stance is sharply critical of the government's inaction, stressing that patients, particularly the elderly, risk dying while they wait. The political framework is results-oriented and crisis-focused, demanding an immediate action plan from the government. Furthermore, public health is directly linked to the question of national security.
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2024-01-24
Teachers

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The political position is highly critical of the government's budget priorities, stressing the necessity of allocating funds for teachers' salary increases (€10 million) rather than paying out bonuses to state officials. The framing of the argument is results-oriented, questioning whether the country is truly doing so well that generous bonuses are justified, and whether the Estonian people have actually begun living better. The stance is strongly in favor of raising teachers' salaries.
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2024-01-17
Rail Baltica

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The political focus is currently on the economic viability and necessity of the Rail Baltic project. The speaker expresses strong opposition to the project, stressing its lack of profitability and raising questions regarding the cost to the taxpayer. This stance is clearly results-oriented and centered on fiscal responsibility.
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2024-01-17
Economic competitiveness

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The most critical issue is the negative impact of the tax hike on economic growth. The political stance is firmly opposed to the government's tax policy, stressing that it will stifle the economy. The entire approach is outcome-based, which casts serious doubt on the government's grasp of the economic consequences.
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2024-01-10
Electricity prices

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The political focus is heavily centered on high heating and energy prices, which directly contradicts the government's assertions regarding the prosperity of the populace and price stabilization. Strong opposition is being mounted against the government's actions, highlighting the economic burden placed on residents, often substantiated by specific utility bills. The political framework is distinctly results-oriented, criticizing the government's failure to guarantee affordable living expenses.
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2024-01-08
Inquiry Regarding the Threat to the Independence of Press Publications (No. 345)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The political focus centers on the issue of media independence and criticism directed at the government's activities. The speaker voices strong skepticism concerning the funds provided by the government to private media outlets, viewing this as a direct attempt to exert influence. This is fundamentally a value-driven framework that challenges the actions of the current administration.
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