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Xavier Barsalou-Duval

Bloc Québécois on Canadian Space Launch Act 2026-04-28

118 words · 8 sentences · 9 clauses

Replying to Tamara Kronis (Conservative)

“Madam Speaker, I want to thank my colleague for his informative and enlightening speech. I have two questions for him. Given the uncertainties in the commercial launch market, what level of risk does he think the government should accept when looking to develop a new industry? Also, how can we ensure that taxpayers are well protected?”

Statement grade

B+

Average 80 / 100

A score under 50 is red. Choose a measurement to see where it lost points and why; choose it again to clear.

Thanks 30%Claims 30%Reasoning 41%

This view breaks the statement into its steps and names what each one does.

Madam Speaker, Thanks · 25 wordsI commend my colleague for asking her questions in French.¹ We always appreciate it when people make the effort to speak French in the House.Thanks Claims · 21 wordsWe do not hear that very often. The presence of French is often forgotten in Canada, if not denigrated and repressed. Thanks · 10 wordsMy colleague’s question is like a burst of fresh air.Thanks Reasoning · 48 wordsAs for her questions, I would say that the matter is fairly broad. That is precisely why it would be necessary to hear from many witnesses during the committee study of Bill C‑28 to ensure that we can properly address the concerns and questions my colleague has raised.² Claims · 14 wordsAt this time, I cannot claim to have all the answers to these questions.Partly on point

At a glance

Lost points for

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What the tags mean

Signal · 64

3 of 6 deductions are 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.

Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “I commend my colleague for asking her questions in French.”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “We always appreciate it when people make the effort to speak French in the House.”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “My colleague’s question is like a burst of fresh air.”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 58

3 of 6 deductions are Relevance

Relevance checks whether the speaker stays on topic and answers the question asked. A low score means the speaker dodged the issue. Measured against the point put to the member, and the bill under debate.

Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about.What the tags mean “As for her questions, I would say that the matter is fairly broad.”It comments on the breadth of the questions rather than addressing the risk or taxpayer protection asked about.
Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about.What the tags mean “That is precisely why it would be necessary to hear from many witnesses during the committee study of Bill C‑28 to ensure that we can properly address the concerns and questions my colleague has raised.”It proposes a committee study with witnesses instead of addressing the questions about risk and taxpayer protection.
Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about.What the tags mean “At this time, I cannot claim to have all the answers to these questions.”It says the member cannot answer the questions at this time, without addressing what was asked.

Respect · 100

0 of 6 deductions are 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.

Nothing lost points.

Clarity · 100

0 of 6 deductions are Clarity

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

Nothing lost points.

Claims · 2

This list shows the factual statements you can check for yourself: the words as said, and the claim restated to stand on its own.

1“asking her questions in French”Tamara Kronis asked her questions during the Bill C-28 debate in French.search
2“That is precisely why it would be necessary to hear from many witnesses during the committee study of Bill C‑28 to ensure that we can properly address the concerns and questions my colleague has raised.”Bill C-28 will be studied by a House of Commons committee where witnesses may be heard.search

Analysed on 2026-10-20