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Shelby Kramp-Neuman

Conservative on Business of Supply 2026-05-05

90 words · 6 sentences · 8 clauses

Replying to Cheryl Gallant (Conservative)

“Mr. Speaker, notwithstanding the fact that a far more common-sense alternative to using up steel in Canada would be to have Via Rail acquire its own dedicated line, the Prime Minister’s rupture, which he wants to be permanent, with the United States has come with his suggestion that we do more business with Europe. Could the member explain to me how much steel Europe and our new strategic partner, China, might take from us instead?”

Statement grade

A–

87 / 100, held down by Relevance

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

Reasoning 47%Claims 53%

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

Mr. Speaker, Reasoning · 12 wordswe have to recognize trade diversification is important. It always has been. Claims · 48 wordsIn fact, the years between 2002 and 2009 were the key years with highlights on diversification.¹ Going back to this presumption of the importance of trade diversification now is going back to what has always been done. Countries such as Brazil, Indonesia and China need what we make, Partly on pointReasoning · 30 wordsso diversification with other countries is not the only option. It does not have to be an either-or, Partly on pointbut we must always maintain that trading relationship with the United States.

At a glance

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What the tags mean

Signal · 100

0 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.

Nothing lost points.

Relevance · 57

6 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 motion 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 “we have to recognize trade diversification is important.”States the general importance of trade diversification without addressing how much steel Europe or China might take.
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 “It always has been.”A general affirmation about diversification’s past importance, not the amounts 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 “In fact, the years between 2002 and 2009 were the key years with highlights on diversification.”About diversification in 2002 to 2009, not the current capacity of European or Chinese markets.
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 “Going back to this presumption of the importance of trade diversification now is going back to what has always been done.”Frames diversification as a long-standing practice, without answering what share of steel other markets could absorb.
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 “Countries such as Brazil, Indonesia and China need what we make,”Names countries that need Canadian products but gives no measure of how much steel they might take.
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 “It does not have to be an either-or,”A framing remark about options that does not address the quantities asked about.

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 · 1

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“the years between 2002 and 2009 were the key years with highlights on diversification.”Trade diversification showed high points during the years 2002 to 2009.search

Analysed on 2026-10-20