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Statement grade
The average of Signal, Relevance, Respect and Clarity.
Average 76 / 100
Signal
69 / 100
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Relevance
46 / 100
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Respect
100 / 100
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Clarity
87 / 100
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Reasoning 57% Promise 17% Aside 10% Positioning 16%
Structure · 7 steps
Claims · 0
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Mr. Speaker, Reasoning · 36 words I think the fundamental, foundational piece here is what I just mentioned about equity and fairness. Where we need to focus is how we reinvest in our own people, our own talent and our own ability. Promise · 10 words I want to see more movies and shows in Sudbury, Partly on point Aside · 10 words where I have not been, but I hope to go. Aside Promise · 7 words I want to see more of that. Reasoning · 22 words What we need to do is continuously focus on this: where the equity is not there, to make sure it is there. Positioning · 16 words That is what a sound government does, and that is what a responsible government will do. Positioning Partly on point Vague promise
At a glance
Lost points for Partly on point ×8 Aside ×2 Positioning ×2 Vague promise
Didn't answer None of this reply addressed the specific point raised or the topic under debate.
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Signal · 69
4 of 13 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.
Aside A remark off to the side of the point. What the tags mean → “where I have not been,” An aside: no claim, reason or ask.
Aside A remark off to the side of the point. What the tags mean → “but I hope to go.” An aside: no claim, reason or ask.
Positioning Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it. What the tags mean → “That is what a sound government does,” Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.
Positioning Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it. What the tags mean → “and that is what a responsible government will do.” Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.
Relevance · 46
8 of 13 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.
Partly on point 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 → “I think the fundamental, foundational piece here is what I just mentioned about equity and fairness.” About equity and fairness in the sector, not a position for or against the tax asked about.
Partly on point 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 → “Where we need to focus is how we reinvest in our own people, our own talent and our own ability.” About reinvesting in Canadian talent, not a yes-or-no position on the tax.
Partly on point 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 → “I want to see more movies and shows in Sudbury,” About wanting more productions in Sudbury, not the member’s stance on the tax.
Partly on point 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 → “I want to see more of that.” A general wish about more filming, not a position on the tax.
Partly on point 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 → “What we need to do is continuously focus on this:” About where the government’s focus should be, not whether it supports or opposes the tax.
Partly on point 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 → “where the equity is not there, to make sure it is there.” About fixing inequities, not the question of support for or opposition to the tax.
Partly on point 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 what a sound government does,” A general claim about what sound government does, not a stance on the tax.
Partly on point 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 → “and that is what a responsible government will do.” A general claim about responsible government, not a stance on the tax.
Respect · 100
0 of 13 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 · 87
1 of 13 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.
Vague promise A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible. What the tags mean → “that is what a responsible government will do” Commits the speaker’s government to an outcome with no actor, date or measure named.
Claims · 0
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No checkable claims.