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Gary Anandasangaree

Liberal on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship 2026-10-29

64 words · 3 sentences · 3 clauses

Replying to Michelle Rempel Garner (Conservative)

“Mr. Speaker, actually, if I hit Ctrl+F on that document, I cannot find anything about improved security screening for non-citizens entering Canada. I would refer him to that document, and I would also refer him to the results. When Ahmed Eldidi entered Canada, he was allowed to do so in spite of the fact that there was a video circulating that showed him essentially committing an ISIS-level crime. He was convicted of a crime afterward, and the Persian community now wants clear public screening criteria that distinguishes forced conscripts from senior officials and terrorist leaders. Why did this strategy not do any of that?”

Statement grade

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

Aside 20%Claims 20%Promise 59%

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

Mr. Speaker, Aside · 13 wordsI certainly hope the member opposite went beyond Ctrl+F to read this document.Aside Claims · 13 wordsIt is an essential part of ensuring the safety and security of Canadians. Promise · 38 wordsThere are elements in there that will, over the next several weeks and months, make it abundantly clear that this is about ensuring the safety and security of every Canadian while ensuring that strategic security objectives are met.Partly on pointVague promise

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 · 76

1 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.

A remark off to the side of the point.What the tags mean “I certainly hope the member opposite went beyond Ctrl+F to read this document.”An aside: no claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 47

2 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.

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 “It is an essential part of ensuring the safety and security of Canadians.”It speaks to the general importance of safety without addressing what the strategy omitted or why.
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 “There are elements in there that will, over the next several weeks and months, make it abundantly clear that this is about ensuring the safety and security of every Canadian while ensuring that strategic security objectives are met.”It points to forthcoming elements in general terms without answering why the strategy lacked the screening measures asked about.

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 · 24

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 “make it abundantly clear”The speaker commits to future clarity without defining specific measures or actionable steps.

Claims · 0

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No checkable claims.

Analysed on 2026-10-31