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Kristina Tesser Derksen

Liberal on Main Estimates, 2026-27 2026-06-08

60 words · 2 sentences · 4 clauses

Replying to Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe (Bloc Québécois)

“Mr. Speaker, I mentioned a project earlier that we support. It involves setting up a reserve unit in the northern part of the Lac-Saint-Jean region. Right now, the Department of National Defence is looking to spend more money and recruit more people. If I pass the file on to my colleague, could she put in a good word for me and lend her support to the reserve unit project in Saint‑Félicien?”

Statement grade

30 / 100, held down by Signal

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

Aside 70%Positioning 30%

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

Mr. Speaker, Aside · 42 wordsI am not sure how much clout I would have as a humble backbencher at this point, but I am certainly happy to explore any suggestions my hon. colleagues send over to me, Vague promiseand I’m happy to discuss them at any time.Aside Positioning · 18 wordsOur government is about collaboration and building Canada strong with the help of all members of this House.PositioningOff point

At a glance

Lost points for
Little substanceMuch of this statement went to praise, blame, greetings, routine procedure or general stories rather than reasons, requests or specific points.

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What the tags mean

Signal · 0

4 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.

A remark off to the side of the point.What the tags mean “I am not sure how much clout I would have as a humble backbencher at this point,”An aside: no claim, reason or ask.
A remark off to the side of the point.What the tags mean “but I am certainly happy to explore any suggestions my hon. colleagues send over to me,”An aside: no claim, reason or ask.
A remark off to the side of the point.What the tags mean “and I’m happy to discuss them at any time.”An aside: no claim, reason or ask.
Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it.What the tags mean “Our government is about collaboration and building Canada strong with the help of all members of this House.”Positioning: praise, blame or attack. No claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 0

1 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.

Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate.What the tags mean “Our government is about collaboration and building Canada strong with the help of all members of this House.”A general statement about the government’s collaborative approach, not about the reserve unit request.

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

1 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 “happy to explore any suggestions”The commitment names no specific action, date or measure for the file raised.

Claims · 0

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No checkable claims.

Analysed on 2026-10-20