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Kelly DeRidder

Conservative on Government Business No. 9—Changes to the Standing Orders 2026-04-27

28 words · 2 sentences · 3 clauses

Replying to Elizabeth May (Green)

“Mr. Speaker, this is the first time I have heard publicly that the member was specifically courted and that there was an attempt to recruit her to cross the floor. I wonder if she could expand on that and confirm whether it is true. It is the first time I have heard it, and it is indeed shocking because we have been assured by the government benches that they never tried to recruit anyone.”

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Claims · 28 wordsYes, Mr. Speaker, it is true. I can confirm here today that they actively tried to recruit me to cross the floor, ¹and my answer was unequivocally no.

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Signal · 100

Nothing lost points on Signal.

Signal checks whether every part makes a point, gives a reason, or asks for action. A low score means the speaker filled time with fluff, pleasantries, or attacks.

Relevance · 100

Nothing lost points on Relevance.

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Respect · 100

Nothing lost points on Respect.

Respect checks whether the speaker argued with people’s positions and records rather than attacking the people: insults, mockery, or bad motives assigned to them. Criticism of what someone did, however strong, is not marked.

Clarity · 100

Nothing lost points on Clarity.

Clarity checks for plain speaking, clear ownership of actions, and honest limits on certainty. A low score means vague promises or evasive language.

Claims · 1

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1“they actively tried to recruit me to cross the floor”Kelly DeRidder says the government actively tried to recruit her to cross the floor to the Liberal caucus, and she refused.search

Analysed on 2026-10-20