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Dominic LeBlanc

Liberal on Intergovernmental Affairs 2026-05-27

91 words · 3 sentences · 3 clauses

Replying to Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc Québécois)

“Mr. Speaker, the Quebec National Assembly was unanimous in not sharing that view. Some people support sovereignty. Others are on the fence. Some people say they want it later, and some do not want it at all. However, Quebeckers all agree that they have the right to make their own decisions, 30 years on from the shenanigans surrounding the previous referendum. Are the Prime Minister and the government telling Quebeckers that they should not count on Ottawa to defend democracy and their rights and that they can only count on their own will as Quebeckers?”

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

Positioning 21%Claims 51%Promise 29%

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

Mr. Speaker, Positioning · 19 wordswe understand that the Bloc Québécois is once again trying to create division and controversy where there is none.Positioning Claims · 46 wordsAs the leader of the Bloc Québécois is well aware, we are working with our Bloc colleagues and with all MPs to find ways to address the U.S. tariff threat and support the businesses and workers across Canada that are dealing with completely unjustified tariff threats.¹ Promise · 26 wordsWe will continue to do this work and I would like the Bloc Québécois to work with us on these issues that are important to Quebec.Off pointVague promise

At a glance

Lost points for
Didn't answerNone of this answer addressed the specific question that was asked.

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What the tags mean

Signal · 74

1 of 5 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.

Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it.What the tags mean “we understand that the Bloc Québécois is once again trying to create division and controversy where there is none.”Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 0

3 of 5 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 question asked.

Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate.What the tags mean “we understand that the Bloc Québécois is once again trying to create division and controversy where there is none.”An attack on the Bloc for sowing division, offered in place of an answer to what was asked.
Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate.What the tags mean “As the leader of the Bloc Québécois is well aware, we are working with our Bloc colleagues and with all MPs to find ways to address the U.S. tariff threat and support the businesses and workers across Canada that are dealing with completely unjustified tariff threats.”About the U.S. tariff threat, a different subject from the referendum and democratic rights question raised.
Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate.What the tags mean “We will continue to do this work and I would like the Bloc Québécois to work with us on these issues that are important to Quebec.”Invites cooperation on tariff-related issues, not the question of Ottawa defending Quebeckers’ democratic rights.

Respect · 100

0 of 5 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 · 65

1 of 5 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.

A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible.What the tags mean “We will continue to do this work”The commitment names no measure, date or success condition for the work being continued.

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“address the U.S. tariff threat”In May 2026 the Canadian government said it was working with MPs to address a U.S. tariff threat affecting businesses and workers across Canada.search

Analysed on 2026-10-20