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Semantic discourse categories assigned by Claude Haiku — 14 DH-informed categories classifying how commenters frame their arguments.
Comments Labeled
44,412
of 487,977 total
Coverage
9.1%
of eligible comments
Categories Active
14
of 14 discourse types
Avg Confidence
0.807
classifier confidence
Model
Claude Haiku
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Moral Argument
2,863 comments
This administration was just supposed to hurt those with no voice
This administration was just supposed to hurt those with no voice
Comment appeals to fairness and justice by criticizing an administration for targeting vulnerable populations without voice.
@EmilianoZapata-wj4hn
Mar 4, 2025
Anti-American???? This was a pro-American address. Trump is NOT America.
Anti-American???? This was a pro-American address. Trump is NOT America.
Defends the address as pro-American while distinguishing Trump from America itself, making an ethical distinction about national identity.
@jlmctv
Mar 4, 2025
Wow the racism is insane
Wow the racism is insane
Direct condemnation of racism as unethical, appealing to principles of fairness and human dignity.
Moral Argument
0.85
FreePS-x8n
Jan 28, 2026
Trump is an idiot
Trump is an idiot
Brief personal judgment characterizing Trump as unintelligent, a value assertion rather than factual claim.
Moral Argument
0.85
@BPC007
Mar 4, 2025
This is racist AF. No matter how you dress it up 🙄
This is racist AF. No matter how you dress it up 🙄
Appeals to ethics by labeling content as racist, making a moral judgment about the video's framing.
Moral Argument
0.85
MeloLunaPlays
Jan 28, 2026
1. It's not just a right, rather it's a GOD given right. 2. The Government is not just selling the country out, rather, they already sold the country out.
1. It's not just a right, rather it's a GOD given right. 2. The Government is not just selling the country out, rather, they already sold the country out.
Invokes divine/natural rights as a moral principle while criticizing government for selling out the country, blending ethical appeals with policy critique.
newfiejoejoe3289
Aug 24, 2025
TRUMP IS NOT AMERICA. TRUMP IS A TRAITOR TO DEMOCRACY.
TRUMP IS NOT AMERICA. TRUMP IS A TRAITOR TO DEMOCRACY.
Appeals to democratic principles and patriotism in condemning Trump as a traitor.
Moral Argument
0.85
@sueschlesinger8152
Mar 4, 2025
Politics has sunk so low in America that you can't imagine a Republican delivering a coherent message like this.
Politics has sunk so low in America that you can't imagine a Republican delivering a coherent message like this.
Critique of American Republican politics as incoherent, implying ethical/quality concerns about political discourse in the US.
@SkeletonDrums1
Mar 4, 2025
Listen, this is the mind of the colonizer. Remain who you are. Never forget where you come from. Have respect for others. Just because you left your culture doesn't mean you have to take on …
Listen, this is the mind of the colonizer. Remain who you are. Never forget where you come from. Have respect for others. Just because you left your culture doesn't mean you have to take on that culture. You just have to respect other people.
Appeals to ethical principles of cultural respect and identity preservation while critiquing assimilationist expectations.
trinidadianHunk
Aug 25, 2025
The only people who have a right to complain about immigration are the First Nations
The only people who have a right to complain about immigration are the First Nations
Appeals to justice and rights (who has standing to complain) while invoking First Nations identity and historical claims.
williamfithern5664
Jul 3, 2025
It's sobering to realize that many who have studied, worked, and built lives in Canada may now be left in limbo. The question isn't just about policy—it’s about identity, belonging, and the kind of future …
It's sobering to realize that many who have studied, worked, and built lives in Canada may now be left in limbo. The question isn't just about policy—it’s about identity, belonging, and the kind of future Canada envisions for itself. Can a nation remain strong while turning away those who have already contributed to its strength?
Appeals to ethics of fairness and belonging for those who have contributed, questioning Canada's moral identity and future.
DiscoveryGlobeLifeDocumentaryY
Apr 19, 2025
The gentleman’s comment about the IQ levels of Sub-Saharan Africans was completely below the belt. Regardless, I believe such generalizations are harmful and unacceptable. Even though the statement was broad and generalized, I strongly object …
The gentleman’s comment about the IQ levels of Sub-Saharan Africans was completely below the belt. Regardless, I believe such generalizations are harmful and unacceptable. Even though the statement was broad and generalized, I strongly object to it. In my view, it amounts to discrimination. I do not consider it intelligent or appropriate for anyone to make such remarks.
Objection to discriminatory generalizations about IQ and Sub-Saharan Africans, grounded in ethical principles against discrimination.
johnzuh
Feb 27, 2026
When it is the majority race taking over indigenous people's lands giving them new rules & regulations to follow without their input, discriminate against them, and deny them rights to property or jobs in their …
When it is the majority race taking over indigenous people's lands giving them new rules & regulations to follow without their input, discriminate against them, and deny them rights to property or jobs in their land, it's a birthright. When it's ethnic minorities with a different culture and skin tone immigrating to the land, it's an invasion.
Argues for ethical consistency and fairness by highlighting the double standard in how majority-race colonization versus minority immigration are framed.
RW090-u7u
Jan 27, 2026
Let me understand this. Trump is pressuring Europe to help their neighbors like Ukraine but here in the US Trump is throwing Canada away. How does this make sense? Trump speaks out of both sides …
Let me understand this. Trump is pressuring Europe to help their neighbors like Ukraine but here in the US Trump is throwing Canada away. How does this make sense? Trump speaks out of both sides of his mouth. I too stand with Canada
Commenter uses logical inconsistency argument to critique Trump's hypocrisy on alliance support, appealing to fairness principles while expressing solidarity with Canada.
@dalebolen6803
Mar 4, 2025
The dictator trump is turning the whole world against America. Great job
The dictator trump is turning the whole world against America. Great job
Condemns Trump's actions as morally wrong ('dictator') with implications for international relations and national identity.
@123slither
Mar 5, 2025
Trump may not be a traitor but he’s certainly behaving like one.
Trump may not be a traitor but he’s certainly behaving like one.
Makes a moral judgment that Trump's behavior is treasonous or betrayal-like, appealing to ethical standards of leadership conduct.
Moral Argument
0.85
@JoeChip
Mar 4, 2025
No matter what you think of Trudeau: This speech was brilliantly delivered and full of compassion for both the people of Canada and of the US.
No matter what you think of Trudeau: This speech was brilliantly delivered and full of compassion for both the people of Canada and of the US.
Praises Trudeau's speech for demonstrating compassion and fairness toward both nations, appealing to ethical leadership qualities.
Moral Argument
0.85
@katjathefranknfurter2374
Mar 5, 2025
Trump is a great leader.
Trump is a great leader.
Simple assertion of Trump's leadership quality as a moral/character judgment.
Moral Argument
0.85
@fionaedwardes8801
Mar 4, 2025
Trump is a mean, sick person. God help the USA. Barbara
Trump is a mean, sick person. God help the USA. Barbara
A moral condemnation of a political figure's character and behavior, with an appeal to divine intervention.
Moral Argument
0.85
@BarbaraMiglino
Mar 4, 2025
This is not the work of American people; this is the action of a spoiled child who wants to show his billionaire friends that he is the bully on the playground. He is what you …
This is not the work of American people; this is the action of a spoiled child who wants to show his billionaire friends that he is the bully on the playground. He is what you get when racist, ignorant people vote based on hate and bias. Unfortunately, their ignorance will hurt us all.
Moral critique of Trump as a spoiled bully enabled by racist and ignorant voters, expressing concern for collective harm.
@RAFAELGARCIA-cy4fc
Mar 4, 2025
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Discourse Taxonomy
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Primary discourse type assigned to each comment
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Identity Assertion
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1,991
RocaNews
467
JamCan
274
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89
Solidarity
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4,297
Tyler Oliveira
400
RocaNews
75
JamCan
36
CTV Your Morning
32
Policy Critique
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3,445
Tyler Oliveira
551
Toronto Sun
340
CTV News
268
RocaNews
235
Humor / Satire
CNN
2,078
Tyler Oliveira
1,667
RocaNews
241
Global News
89
CTV News
68
Fear / Threat
Tyler Oliveira
1,549
CNN
1,332
RocaNews
321
JamCan
204
Toronto Sun
118
Meta-Commentary
Tyler Oliveira
1,702
CNN
1,478
RocaNews
168
CTV News
81
JamCan
77
Unverified Claim
CNN
1,480
Tyler Oliveira
820
RocaNews
203
Yoke Immigration Canada
203
JamCan
152
Moral Argument
CNN
1,733
Tyler Oliveira
704
RocaNews
205
JamCan
73
CTV Your Morning
23
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