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# Data standards

As the platform evolves, **standardization** is critical to ensuring that data remains **consistent, verifiable, and scalable**.

**INITIAL**

* **Structured Formats**: We adhere to strict schemas for countries, offices, political parties, politicians, and legislative documents—enabling cross-comparison and reliable analytics.

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**NEXT** **STEPS**

* **Source Attribution**: Every piece of data includes links to its origin (e.g., official government websites, verified news sources), ensuring transparency.
* **Blockchain Registry**: Key data points and historical records are secured on the blockchain, creating an immutable ledger of political history.
* **Community Validation**: Ontocracia users can propose edits or additions. These community contributions go through AI-assisted review and can be voted on by the community, ensuring a collective seal of approval.


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