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Carlos Leitão

Liberal on Steel and Aluminum Industry 2026-06-03

108 words · 6 sentences · 6 clauses

Replying to Heather McPherson (NDP)

“Mr. Speaker, that response shows that the government is not acting with the urgency that workers require. Instead of a place at the table, and instead of an actual strategy, the government is giving announcements without accountability and consultations without inclusion, and it is getting public dollars without finding guarantees. This is why New Democrats are very clear: Every federal dollar spent to support Canadian industry must come with enforceable conditions, not voluntary commitments and not good intentions, but legal and binding protections for Canadian jobs, Canadian production and Canadian workers. There must be no more blank cheques to corporations and broken promises to workers. If taxpayers take the risk, workers deserve the return. This is not radical. This is basic accountability.”

Statement grade

75 / 100, held down by Clarity

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Claims 50%Promise 50%

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

Mr. Speaker, Claims · 54 wordsthe government remains in constant communication with businesses and workers in the steel and aluminum industries. On April 29, the Prime Minister’s new Advisory Committee on Canada-U.S.¹ Economic Relations held its first meeting. This forum will help us better understand the impact of the situation and strengthen our ability to respond to future developments.Partly on point Promise · 54 wordsWhile quick responses remain important in the short term, our government will continue to work with industry to develop long-term strategies that build resilience, support workers and position Canadian businesses to succeed in an ever-changing and competitive North American market.Vague promise We will always protect Canadian interests and promote stable, predictable and fair international trade.Partly on pointVague promise

At a glance

Lost points for
VagueMuch of this statement used imprecise wording, lacked details on timing or responsibility, or made broad claims without support.

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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 · 71

4 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 comment put to the member, and the question on notice.

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 “On April 29, the Prime Minister’s new Advisory Committee on Canada-U.S.”About a new advisory committee’s first meeting, not whether labour is included at the table.
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 “Economic Relations held its first meeting.”About the committee’s first meeting date, not the labour exclusion the comment raised.
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 “This forum will help us better understand the impact of the situation and strengthen our ability to respond to future developments.”About the committee’s purpose, not whether labour is represented in advisory structures.
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 will always protect Canadian interests and promote stable, predictable and fair international trade.”A general pledge on trade, not the strategy, labour inclusion, or accountability points put.

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 · 45

2 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.

A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible.What the tags mean “will continue to work with industry to develop long-term strategies”A forward commitment with no measure, date or success condition named.
A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible.What the tags mean “We will always protect Canadian interests”A commitment with no actor’s specific action, measure or criterion attached.

Claims · 1

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1“On April 29, the Prime Minister’s new Advisory Committee on Canada-U.S.”The Prime Minister’s Advisory Committee on Canada-U.S. Economic Relations held its first meeting on April 29, 2026.search

Analysed on 2026-10-20