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Statement grade
The average of Signal, Relevance, Respect and Clarity. Average 77 / 100
Signal
100 / 100
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Relevance
57 / 100
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Respect
100 / 100
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Clarity
51 / 100
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Reasoning 51% The ask 49%
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Madam Speaker, Reasoning · 42 words that is my hope. Partly on point My hope is that it would, in fact, benefit small businesses and consumers. However, that does not negate the questions that I had in my speech, and that it would not also negatively impact them with unintended consequences. The ask · 40 words I think that it is incumbent upon the committee members, when it comes before them, to take a look at each and every piece to make sure we find the balance necessary so that businesses can get a move on. Partly on point Vague promise
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Lost points for Partly on point ×4 Vague promise
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Signal · 100
0 of 5 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 · 57
4 of 5 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 bill under debate.
Partly on point 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 is my hope.” This clause expresses a wish related to the bill’s success without addressing specific components of the bill itself.
Partly on point 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 → “However, that does not negate the questions that I had in my speech,” This clause refers to questions raised in the speaker’s prior speech rather than addressing the specific content of the bill or its implications.
Partly on point 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 it would not also negatively impact them with unintended consequences.” This clause expresses a concern about potential negative, unintended effects on businesses and consumers, which touches on the bill’s implications.
Partly on point 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 → “I think that it is incumbent upon the committee members, when it comes before them, to take a look at each and every piece to make sure we find the balance necessary so that businesses can get a move on.” This clause calls for the committee to find a balance when reviewing the details of the bill for business benefit.
Respect · 100
0 of 5 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 · 51
1 of 5 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 → “to make sure we find the balance necessary” The speaker commits to ensuring a balance but provides no measures or conditions.
Claims · 0
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