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Jacques Gourde

Conservative on National Defence 2026-06-16

50 words · 3 sentences · 4 clauses

Statement grade

A+

Average 100 / 100

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

Claims 72%The question 28%

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

Mr. Speaker, Claims · 36 wordsdelays in the delivery of support ships for the Canadian Navy have been growing longer for years. Meanwhile, the Liberals are threatening to end the lease agreement for the MV Asterix, ¹which is in perfect condition. The question · 14 wordsDoes the Liberal government intend to renew the lease or purchase the MV Asterix?

At a glance

Nothing lost points.

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What the tags mean

Signal · 100

Nothing lost points on 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.

Relevance · no score

Not applicable: nothing to answer. Excluded from the average.

Relevance checks whether the speaker stays on topic and answers the question asked. A low score means the speaker dodged the issue.

Respect · 100

Nothing lost points on 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.

Clarity · 100

Nothing lost points on Clarity.

Clarity checks for plain speaking, clear ownership of actions, and honest limits on certainty. A low score means vague promises or evasive language.

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“the Liberals are threatening to end the lease agreement for the MV Asterix”The Liberal government is threatening to end the lease agreement for the MV Asterix supply ship.search

Analysed on 2026-10-20