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Kevin Lamoureux

Liberal on Democratic Institutions 2026-10-23

73 words · 2 sentences · 3 clauses

Replying to Elizabeth May (Green)

“Madam Speaker, we are witnessing the restructuring of Canadian democracy by stealth. Reducing the role of Parliament, Bill C-5, Bill C-15, Bill C-30, Bill C-31 and Bill C-39, all operate to create new, unprecedented powers for the Prime Minister and cabinet, and at the same time, allow the government to set aside a wide swath of existing laws as it sees fit. Restructuring democracy in this way should be subject to full, transparent debate. Will we be given that opportunity?”

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Claims 100%

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Madam Speaker, Claims · 73 wordscoming out of the last federal election, the Prime Minister made a commitment to Canadians to build a stronger and a healthier economy, Off pointand that means, in good part, working with a budget and legislative changes that are going to enable the government in a very co-operative, federal, collaborative way, working with the many stakeholders, including indigenous people, provinces and everyone in a team Canada approach.Vague promise That means through the legislation going through—Partly on point

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Didn't answerNone of this answer addressed the specific question that was asked.

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What the tags mean

Signal · 100

0 of 4 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 · 31

3 of 4 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 “coming out of the last federal election, the Prime Minister made a commitment to Canadians to build a stronger and a healthier economy,”About an election commitment on the economy, not whether debate will be allowed on the bills.
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 “and that means, in good part, working with a budget and legislative changes that are going to enable the government in a very co-operative, federal, collaborative way, working with the many stakeholders, including indigenous people, provinces and everyone in a team Canada approach.”About the government’s collaborative approach to its legislation, not whether Parliament will get the debate asked for.
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 “That means through the legislation going through—”Begins to speak about the legislation going through the House but does not address the request for debate.

Respect · 100

0 of 4 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 · 38

1 of 4 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 “working with a budget and legislative changes that are going to enable the government in a very co-operative, federal, collaborative way”The statement commits to working in a certain manner but provides no specific measures, goals, or deadlines for the outcome.

Claims · 0

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Analysed on 2026-10-24