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Marc Miller

Liberal on Canadian Identity and Culture 2026-06-11

34 words · 2 sentences · 2 clauses

Replying to Martin Champoux (Bloc Québécois)

“Mr. Speaker, the word in French is not “programme”. The correct word is “émission” or “série”. While our media outlets continue to lose millions of dollars in revenue, the Prime Minister tried to placate Donald Trump by ending a decade-long campaign by the cultural sector to ensure that the tech giants pay their fair share. In response, Donald Trump has issued additional threats regarding CUSMA. I would like to read a quote from a Quebec filmmaker, a certain Mr. Falardeau. I do not think the Prime Minister knows him. Mr. Falardeau said, “If you lie down, they will stomp on you. If you remain standing and resist, they will hate you, but they will call you ‘sir’.” Is the Prime Minister not the least bit tempted to take that advice so he might actually be called “sir”?”

Statement grade

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Not graded

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

Thanks 44%Claims 56%

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

Mr. Speaker, Thanks · 15 wordsI would first like to thank the member opposite for the quality of his French.Thanks Claims · 19 wordsI would also like to point out that Mr. Falardeau was funded by the National Film Board of Canada.¹Off point

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 · 53

1 of 2 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.

Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “I would first like to thank the member opposite for the quality of his French.”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 0

1 of 2 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 “I would also like to point out that Mr. Falardeau was funded by the National Film Board of Canada.”About the filmmaker’s funding by the NFB, not whether the Prime Minister is tempted to follow the advice.

Respect · 100

0 of 2 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

0 of 2 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.

Nothing lost points.

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“Mr. Falardeau was funded by the National Film Board of Canada”Filmmaker Pierre Falardeau received funding from the National Film Board of Canada.search

Analysed on 2026-10-20