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Signal
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Relevance
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Respect
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Clarity
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Mr. Chair, Claims · 20 words the department is working very hard to process all claims. Vague promise I can tell him that between now and the end— Partly on point
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Lost points for Partly on point ×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 · 100
0 of 3 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 · 49
2 of 3 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 → “the department is working very hard to process all claims.” Says the department is working hard on processing, but does not say whether the existing system is capable.
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 can tell him that between now and the end—” Begins a point about the period ahead but gives no completed answer.
Respect · 100
0 of 3 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 · 49
1 of 3 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 → “working very hard to process all claims” The commitment names no measure, number, or success condition beyond effort and an outcome.
Claims · 0
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