When presenting the order, the President of the Republic said that Rein Taagepera has brought love of mankind and understanding, new ways of thinking and self-belief to Estonia. President Meri and Professor Rein Taagepera also talked about home and keeping the home feeling alive.
Taagepera presented his book ''The Finno-Ugric Republics and the Russian State'' to the President of the Republic.
Press Service of the Office of the President
Kadriorg, May 5, 2000
