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Mike Bost

Republican on Captain Paul W. "Bud" Bucha VA Medical Center 2026-07-15

355 words · 21 sentences · 27 clauses

Statement grade

Average 92 / 100

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

Procedure 5%Claims 62%Thanks 18%Reasoning 13%The ask 2%

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

Mr. Speaker, Procedure · 9 wordsI yield myself such time as I may consume.Procedure Mr. Speaker, Claims · 46 wordsI rise today in support of H.R. 4647, the Captain Paul W. ``Bud’’ Bucha VA Medical Center Act of 2025, sponsored by Representative DeLauro.¹ This bill would designate the West Haven VA Medical Center in Connecticut as the Captain Paul W. ``Bud’’ Bucha VA Medical Center.² Thanks · 28 wordsCaptain Paul ``Bud’’ Bucha was an American hero whose life exemplified courage, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to his fellow veterans, both on the battlefield and at home.Thanks Claims · 75 wordsAfter graduating from West Point, Captain Bucha was sent to Vietnam where he commanded his company during an intense recon mission. In March 1968, Captain Bucha displayed extraordinary courage while leading his company against a larger enemy force.⁴ Under intense fire, he destroyed an enemy bunker, directed the withdrawal of his men, coordinated artillery and air support, evacuated wounded soldiers, and led the recovery of casualties. For this, he was awarded the Medal of Honor.³ Thanks · 16 wordsHis actions saved countless lives and are a tribute to the highest ideals of military service.Thanks Claims · 98 wordsCaptain Bucha’s service did not end when he came home. For decades, he dedicated himself to serving veterans, focusing on those struggling with the invisible wounds of war. After experiencing post-traumatic stress himself, he became one of the Nation’s strongest advocates for getting veterans out of the rut and back to living. He challenged the stigma surrounding mental health care and encouraged countless fellow veterans to seek help. The West Haven VA Medical Center became an important part of that journey. It was there that Captain Bucha received treatment, continued his advocacy, and ultimately spent his final days.⁵ Reasoning · 45 wordsNaming this facility in his honor would ensure that future generations of veterans remember Captain Bucha and his service, not only for his actions in combat, but for what he continued to do for his fellow veterans long after his time in uniform was over. Mr. Speaker, Procedure · 1 wordsH.R.Procedure Thanks · 21 words4647 honors a Medal of Honor recipient, a tireless advocate, and a man whose life was defined by service to others.Thanks Mr. Speaker, The ask · 8 wordsI urge my colleagues to support H.R. 4647, Procedure · 8 wordsand I reserve the balance of my time.Procedure

At a glance

Lost points for

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What the tags mean

Signal · 75

8 of 8 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.

Throat-clearing: announcing what you are about to say, or the House’s routine business.What the tags mean “I yield myself such time as I may consume.”Procedure or throat-clearing: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “Captain Paul ``Bud’’ Bucha was an American hero whose life exemplified courage, sacrifice,”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “and an unwavering commitment to his fellow veterans, both on the battlefield and at home.”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “His actions saved countless lives and are a tribute to the highest ideals of military service.”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Throat-clearing: announcing what you are about to say, or the House’s routine business.What the tags mean “H.R.”Procedure or throat-clearing: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “4647 honors a Medal of Honor recipient, a tireless advocate,”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Thanks and tributes.What the tags mean “and a man whose life was defined by service to others.”Thanks: no claim, reason or ask.
Throat-clearing: announcing what you are about to say, or the House’s routine business.What the tags mean “and I reserve the balance of my time.”Procedure or throat-clearing: no claim, reason or ask.

Relevance · 100

0 of 8 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.

Nothing lost points.

Reasoning · 93

0 of 8 deductions are Reasoning

Reasoning checks for sound logic and solid support for any conclusion. A low score means the speaker made unsupported leaps or used weak arguments.

Nothing lost points.

Conclusions found · 2

Conclusion“Naming this facility in his honor would ensure that future generations of veterans remember Captain Bucha and his service, not only for his actions in combat,”

BecauseGiven in the same sentence

Reason given
Conclusion“I urge my colleagues to support H.R.”

Because“4647 honors a Medal of Honor recipient, a tireless advocate,”

Reason given

Respect · no score

Not checked: graded before this measurement existed. Excluded from the average.

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

0 of 8 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.

Nothing lost points.

Claims · 5

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“4647, the Captain Paul W. ``Bud’’ Bucha VA Medical Center Act of 2025, sponsored by Representative DeLauro.”H.R. 4647, the Captain Paul W. “Bud” Bucha VA Medical Center Act of 2025, is sponsored by Representative DeLauro.search
2“This bill would designate the West Haven VA Medical Center in Connecticut as the Captain Paul W. ``Bud’’ Bucha VA Medical Center”H.R. 4647 would designate the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in West Haven, Connecticut, as the Captain Paul W. “Bud” Bucha VA Medical Center.search
3“he was awarded the Medal of Honor”Captain Paul “Bud” Bucha was awarded the Medal of Honor.search
4“In March 1968, Captain Bucha displayed extraordinary courage while leading his company against a larger enemy force”Captain Paul “Bud” Bucha led his company against a larger enemy force in Vietnam in March 1968 in actions for which he was decorated.search
5“ultimately spent his final days”Captain Paul “Bud” Bucha spent his final days at the West Haven VA Medical Center.search

Analyzed on 2026-09-15