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Statement grade
The average of Signal, Relevance, Respect and Clarity is 62. The grade is held to 30, 30 above Relevance. 30 / 100, held down by Relevance
Signal
79 / 100
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Relevance
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Respect
100 / 100
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Clarity
71 / 100
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Thanks 11% Aside 4% Claims 85%
Structure · 4 steps
Claims · 4
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Mr. Speaker, Thanks · 16 words I would like to thank my hon. colleague, who chairs the Standing Committee on International Trade.1 Thanks Aside · 6 words It is a very interesting committee. Aside Claims · 123 words As we seek to diversify our export markets, we are negotiating agreements with other countries. It is working. We have traditionally maintained very close ties with the United States, but we are diversifying our economy and it is working. We are currently looking to Mercosur, which includes Paraguay, Uruguay, Argentina and Brazil.2 There are opportunities to forge new ties, sell our products and share Canadian expertise in those markets. Beyond that, there is the whole of Asia, including countries such as the Philippines, India, China and Japan.3 We are working hard there. Vague promise We are also continuing to work closely with our European partners and allies. Vague promise I can assure members that these efforts are paying off. Unearned certainty We have increased our exports to non-U.S. markets.4 Off point
At a glance
Lost points for Off point ×12 Vague promise ×2 Thanks Aside Unearned certainty Off topic None of this statement addressed the specific topic under debate.
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Signal · 79
2 of 17 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 Thanks and tributes. What the tags mean → “I would like to thank my hon. colleague, who chairs the Standing Committee on International Trade.” Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Aside A remark off to the side of the point. What the tags mean → “It is a very interesting committee.” An aside: no claim, reason or ask.
Relevance · 0
12 of 17 deductions are Relevance
The question was off topic, so this reply is judged against the motion.
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 motion under debate.
Off point Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate. What the tags mean → “As we seek to diversify our export markets, we are negotiating agreements with other countries.” About export market diversification, not the Liberals’ time in office or the affordability crisis.
Off point Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate. What the tags mean → “It is working.” Praises diversification efforts, not the subjects named in the motion.
Off point Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate. What the tags mean → “We have traditionally maintained very close ties with the United States,” About historical trade ties with the United States, not the motion’s subjects.
Off point Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate. What the tags mean → “but we are diversifying our economy and it is working.” About economic diversification, not the Liberals’ years in power or affordability.
Off point Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate. What the tags mean → “We are currently looking to Mercosur,” About trade negotiations with Mercosur, not the motion’s subjects.
Off point Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate. What the tags mean → “which includes Paraguay, Uruguay, Argentina and Brazil.” Lists Mercosur members in the context of trade, not the motion.
Off point Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate. What the tags mean → “There are opportunities to forge new ties, sell our products and share Canadian expertise in those markets.” About trade opportunities in South America, not the motion’s subjects.
Off point Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate. What the tags mean → “Beyond that, there is the whole of Asia, including countries such as the Philippines, India, China and Japan.” About Asian markets for trade, not the Liberals’ time in office or affordability.
Off point Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate. What the tags mean → “We are working hard there.” About trade work in Asia, not the motion’s subjects.
Off point Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate. What the tags mean → “We are also continuing to work closely with our European partners and allies.” About work with European partners, not the motion.
Off point 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 can assure members that these efforts are paying off.” About the success of trade efforts, not the motion’s subjects.
Off point Talking about something other than the matter at hand: the question asked, or the bill, motion or speech under debate. What the tags mean → “We have increased our exports to non-U.S. markets.” About export growth to non-U.S. markets, not the Liberals’ years in power or affordability.
Respect · 100
0 of 17 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 · 71
3 of 17 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 → “We are working hard there” The commitment names no measure, date, or success condition beyond working hard.
Vague promise A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible. What the tags mean → “continuing to work closely” Open-ended commitment with no measure or outcome named.
Unearned certainty Something stated as certain with nothing to back it. What the tags mean → “I can assure members that these efforts are paying off” An assurance offered in place of any source or evidence for the claim.
Claims · 4
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 “my hon. colleague, who chairs the Standing Committee on International Trade” Judy A. Sgro chairs the House of Commons Standing Committee on International Trade. search 2 “Paraguay, Uruguay, Argentina and Brazil” Mercosur includes Paraguay, Uruguay, Argentina and Brazil. search 3 “the Philippines, India, China and Japan” The Philippines, India, China and Japan are Asian countries. search 4 “We have increased our exports to non-U.S. markets” Canada’s exports to markets outside the United States have increased. search
