diff --git a/app/models/entry.rb b/app/models/entry.rb index 16dd1ba..04e5d1f 100644 --- a/app/models/entry.rb +++ b/app/models/entry.rb @@ -24,15 +24,15 @@ def fetch_data!(in_background: true) temp_file = Tempfile.new("entry_html", encoding: "utf-8") temp_file.write(raw_html) - md_json = `defuddle parse #{temp_file.path} -m -j` - md_html = `defuddle parse #{temp_file.path} -j` + md_json, err, status = Open3.capture3("defuddle", "parse", temp_file.path, "-m", "-j") + md_html, err, status = Open3.capture3("defuddle", "parse", temp_file.path, "-j") # replace anything before the first { deffudle returns errors and is dumb here. md_json = "{" + md_json.split("{", 2).last - md_html = "{" + md_html.split("{", 2).last + html_json = "{" + md_html.split("{", 2).last self.parsed_markdown = JSON.parse(md_json)["content"] - self.parsed_html = JSON.parse(md_html)["content"] + self.parsed_html = JSON.parse(html_json)["content"] temp_file.close self.save diff --git a/db/migrate/20250613154602_create_promises.rb b/db/migrate/20250613154602_create_promises.rb index 959b789..562a429 100644 --- a/db/migrate/20250613154602_create_promises.rb +++ b/db/migrate/20250613154602_create_promises.rb @@ -55,9 +55,11 @@ def change t.string :source_type t.string :status t.text :text + t.text :extracted_keywords_concepts, array: true, default: [] t.text :intended_impact_and_objectives, array: true, default: [] t.text :what_it_means_for_canadians, array: true, default: [] + t.text :linked_evidence_ids, array: true, default: [] t.text :relevant_departments, array: true, default: [] diff --git a/db/schema.rb b/db/schema.rb index bdc99d4..6fe225f 100644 --- a/db/schema.rb +++ b/db/schema.rb @@ -65,10 +65,16 @@ create_table "entries", force: :cascade do |t| t.bigint "feed_id", null: false t.string "title" + t.datetime "published_at", precision: nil + t.string "external_id" t.string "url" t.datetime "scraped_at", precision: nil - t.string "description" + t.string "summary" t.bigint "government_id", null: false + t.jsonb "raw" + t.string "raw_html" + t.string "parsed_html" + t.string "parsed_markdown" t.datetime "created_at", null: false t.datetime "updated_at", null: false t.index ["feed_id"], name: "index_entries_on_feed_id" diff --git a/db/seeds/canada.rb b/db/seeds/canada.rb index 77ce965..975d458 100644 --- a/db/seeds/canada.rb +++ b/db/seeds/canada.rb @@ -517,6 +517,18 @@ { title: "Canada Gazette Part III: Acts of Parliament", url: "https://gazette.gc.ca/rss/en-ls-eng.xml" + }, + { + title: "Canada News Backgrounders", + url: "https://api.io.canada.ca/io-server/gc/news/en/v2?type=backgrounders&sort=publishedDate&orderBy=desc&pick=100&format=atom&atomtitle=backgrounders" + }, + { + title: "Canada News Speeches", + url: "https://api.io.canada.ca/io-server/gc/news/en/v2?type=speeches&sort=publishedDate&orderBy=desc&pick=100&format=atom&atomtitle=speeches" + }, + { + title: "Canada News Statements", + url: "https://api.io.canada.ca/io-server/gc/news/en/v2?type=statements&sort=publishedDate&orderBy=desc&pick=100&format=atom&atomtitle=statements" } ] @@ -529,76 +541,7 @@ puts "Seeding Promises..." -promise_data = { - promise_id: "LPC_20250419_OTHER_71c8234b", - action_type_classified_at: "2024-04-20T22:23:06Z", - action_type_confidence: 3, - action_type_rationale: "The promise outlines a series of strategic actions...", - background_and_context: "In the context of evolving digital infrastructure...", - bc_priority_score: 7, - bc_promise_direction: "forward", - bc_promise_rank: "high", - bc_promise_rank_rationale: "Addresses urgent gaps in policy...", - bc_ranked_at: "2024-04-21T10:12:00Z", - candidate_or_government: "LPC", - category: "Infrastructure", - concise_title: "Expand digital access", - date_issued: "2024-04-19", - description: "We promise to expand digital access across rural Canada...", - evidence_count: 5, - explanation_enrichment_model: "gpt-4", - explanation_enrichment_status: "complete", - explanation_enriched_at: "2024-04-21T12:00:00Z", - history_generated_at: "2024-04-21T14:30:00Z", - implied_action_type: "legislation", - ingested_at: "2024-04-19T09:00:00Z", - keywords_context_used: "rural access, connectivity", - keywords_enrichment_status: "complete", - keywords_enriched_at: "2024-04-21T11:45:00Z", - keywords_extracted_at: "2024-04-21T11:30:00Z", - last_enrichment_at: "2024-04-21T14:30:00Z", - last_evidence_date: "2024-04-20", - last_progress_update_at: "2024-04-22T10:00:00Z", - last_scored_at: "2024-04-22T10:05:00Z", - last_updated_at: "2024-04-22T10:10:00Z", - linking_preprocessing_done_at: "2024-04-21T15:00:00Z", - linking_processed_at: "2024-04-21T15:30:00Z", - linking_status: "linked", - migration_status_ed_at: "2024-04-21T16:00:00Z", - migration_version: "v2", - parliament_session_id: "44-1", - party: "Liberal", - party_code: "LPC", - progress_score: 4, - progress_score_1_to_5: 4, - progress_scoring_model: "v1.3", - progress_status: "in progress", - progress_summary: "Significant infrastructure projects have been launched.", - rationale_format_fixed_at: "2024-04-21T16:30:00Z", - region_code: "CA-ON", - responsible_department_lead: "Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada", - scoring_method: "automated", - scoring_model: "gpt-4-vision", - source_document_url: "https://example.com/promise-doc", - source_type: "platform", - status: "active", - text: "We promise to expand digital access...", - extracted_keywords_concepts: [ "digital access", "rural", "infrastructure" ], - intended_impact_and_objectives: [ "Bridge the digital divide", "Support rural communities" ], - what_it_means_for_canadians: [ "Improved internet access", "Greater economic opportunity" ], - linked_evidence_ids: [ "EVID1234", "EVID5678" ], - relevant_departments: [ "ISED", "Heritage Canada" ], - commitment_history_rationale: { "2024-04" => "Budget allocated" }, - commitment_history_timeline: { "2024-04" => "Bill introduced" }, - key_points: { "summary" => "High priority infrastructure expansion" }, - policy_areas: { "digital" => true, "rural" => true }, - target_groups: { "rural_residents" => true } -} - -Promise.find_or_initialize_by(promise_id: promise_data[:promise_id]).tap do |p| - p.assign_attributes(promise_data) - p.save! -end +require_relative 'canada_promises_2024' puts "Seeding Evidences..." diff --git a/db/seeds/canada_promises_2024.jsonl b/db/seeds/canada_promises_2024.jsonl new file mode 100644 index 0000000..2f45197 --- /dev/null +++ b/db/seeds/canada_promises_2024.jsonl @@ -0,0 +1,351 @@ +{"concise_title": "Strengthen Coast Guard for Maritime Security & NATO Integration", "date_issued": "2025-04-19", "progress_summary": "No evidence of government action found for this commitment.", "parliament_session_id": "45", "what_it_means_for_canadians": ["Enhanced coastal security and protection of national sovereignty against evolving maritime threats.", "Improved emergency response capabilities for search and rescue and environmental incidents in Canadian waters.", "Strengthened Canadian contribution to NATO, reinforcing international alliances and global security commitments.", "Potential for economic stimulus through investment in new equipment and expanded operational infrastructure.", "Requires substantial federal investment, potentially impacting other public spending priorities or increasing national debt."], "policy_areas": [], "bc_promise_rank": "weak", "last_enrichment_at": {"_nanoseconds": 718000000, "_seconds": 1748470185}, "promise_id": "LPC-054", "last_updated_at": "2025-05-29T22:41:16.025000+00:00", "party": "Liberal Party of Canada", "evidence_count": 0, "text": "Give the Canadian Coast Guard a new mandate and the right equipment to conduct maritime surveillance operations to secure our coasts. Expanding the reach and abilities of the Canadian Coast Guard will also mean integrating them into Canada's NATO defence capabilities.", "last_evidence_date": null, "source_document_url": "", "canonical_commitment_text": "Give the Canadian Coast Guard a new mandate and the right equipment to conduct maritime surveillance operations to secure our coasts. Expanding the reach and abilities of the Canadian Coast Guard will also mean integrating them into Canada's NATO defence capabilities.", "last_updated_admin": "2025-05-29T22:11:52.542000+00:00", "rationale_format_fixed_at": {"_nanoseconds": 286000000, "_seconds": 1748408162}, "linking_preprocessing_done_at": null, "evidence_cleanup_timestamp": "2025-05-30T19:40:29.634000+00:00", "all_other_ministers_involved": "Minister of Fisheries; Minister of Public Safety; Secretary of State (Defence Procurement)", "target_groups": [], "background_and_context": "The commitment arises from a recognition of Canada's vast maritime borders and evolving global security challenges. The Liberal platform likely highlights the need to bolster national sovereignty, counter illicit activities, and enhance domain awareness, particularly in the Arctic. By modernizing the Canadian Coast Guard and expanding its role beyond traditional duties to include maritime surveillance, the government addresses these pressing security concerns. Furthermore, integrating the Coast Guard's capabilities into NATO defence reflects Canada's commitment to collective security, burden-sharing within the alliance, and adapting to a more complex international security environment. This strategic enhancement acknowledges the Coast Guard as a vital component of Canada's comprehensive defence and security posture.", "source_url": "https://liberal.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/292/2025/04/Canada-Strong.pdf", "party_code": "LPC", "source_type": "2025 LPC Consolidated", "intended_impact_and_objectives": ["Enhanced coastal security and protection of national sovereignty against evolving maritime threats.", "Improved emergency response capabilities for search and rescue and environmental incidents in Canadian waters.", "Strengthened Canadian contribution to NATO, reinforcing international alliances and global security commitments.", "Potential for economic stimulus through investment in new equipment and expanded operational infrastructure.", "Requires substantial federal investment, potentially impacting other public spending priorities or increasing national debt."], "progress_score": 1, "scoring_method": "rule_based", "relevant_departments": ["Minister of National Defence", "Minister of Public Safety", "Secretary of State (Defence Procurement)"], "notes_and_differences": "Platform-specific commitment.", "linked_evidence_ids": ["20250605_45_LegisInfo_e35c0785"], "status": "active", "history_generated_at": {"_nanoseconds": 583000000, "_seconds": 1748369326}, "last_scored_at": "2025-06-09T11:43:23.534076+00:00", "keywords_extracted_at": {"_nanoseconds": 905000000, "_seconds": 1748448570}, "evidence_item_ids": [], "responsible_department_lead": "Minister of National Defence", "ingested_at": "2025-05-27T17:49:29.545000+00:00", "action_type_rationale": null, "explanation_enrichment_model": "gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20", "migration_status_added_at": {"_nanoseconds": 260000000, "_seconds": 1748485218}, "bc_promise_rank_rationale": "Primarily a security commitment with indirect links to trade and resource tenets. Limited direct impact on national productivity or investment delta, resulting in a weak rank.", "candidate_or_government": "Liberal Party of Canada (2025 Platform)", "reporting_lead_title": "Minister of National Defence", "migration_version": "1.0", "region_code": "Canada", "bc_priority_score": 45, "keywords_context_used": "enhanced_with_background_and_description", "explanation_enriched_at": "2025-05-28T22:09:45.681000+00:00", "bc_promise_direction": "positive", "explanation_enrichment_status": "processed", "last_comprehensive_cleanup": "2025-06-09T11:09:23.926000+00:00", "action_type_classified_at": {"_nanoseconds": 583000000, "_seconds": 1748369326}, "extracted_keywords_concepts": ["Canadian Coast Guard", "new mandate", "maritime surveillance operations", "NATO defence capabilities", "coasts", "equipment"], "category": null, "description": "Empowering the Canadian Coast Guard with an expanded mandate and new equipment for maritime surveillance, integrating its capabilities into Canada's NATO defence efforts.", "linked_evidence": [], "implied_action_type": "policy_development", "bc_ranked_at": {"_nanoseconds": 583000000, "_seconds": 1748369326}, "parliament_45_links_removed": 1, "commitment_history_rationale": [{"source_url": "", "date": "2017-06-07", "action": "The Government of Canada released 'Strong, Secure, Engaged: Canada's Defence Policy,' which emphasized a whole-of-government approach to security and sovereignty, including enhanced maritime domain awareness, setting the strategic context for leveraging all national assets like the Canadian Coast Guard."}, {"source_url": "", "date": "2019-09-10", "action": "The Government of Canada released the 'Arctic and Northern Policy Framework,' which highlighted the importance of sovereignty, security, and safety in the Arctic, emphasizing the need for enhanced maritime domain awareness and the Canadian Coast Guard's role in achieving these objectives."}, {"source_url": "", "date": "2022-06-09", "action": "The Senate Standing Committee on National Security and Defence released its report 'Arctic Security: The Canadian Armed Forces' Contribution,' which identified critical gaps in Arctic surveillance and domain awareness, recommending a more integrated, whole-of-government approach to address these deficiencies."}, {"source_url": "", "date": "2022-06-20", "action": "Minister of National Defence Anita Anand announced a $4.9 billion investment to modernize NORAD, focusing on enhanced continental surveillance and domain awareness across all approaches to North America, thereby creating a direct impetus for integrating all relevant maritime assets, including the Canadian Coast Guard."}], "appears_in": "Platform Only", "key_points": [], "commitment_id": "LPC-054", "action_type_confidence": 0, "id": "LPC_20250419_OTHER_01fd2cd5"} +{"concise_title": "Strengthening Domestic Defence and Transatlantic Security", "date_issued": "2025-04-19", "progress_scoring_model": "gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20", "progress_summary": "No evidence of government action found for this commitment.", "parliament_session_id": "45", "what_it_means_for_canadians": ["Canadians will see new jobs and economic growth in the defence sector through increased domestic production.", "It enhances Canada's national security and global standing by strengthening our defence capabilities and alliances.", "There is a potential for increased government spending on defence, which could impact other public service priorities.", "It positions Canada as a more reliable security partner, particularly in supporting European stability and collective defence.", "Critics may raise concerns about the prioritization of defence spending over social programs, despite calls for fiscal prudence."], "policy_areas": [], "bc_promise_rank": "strong", "last_enrichment_at": "2025-05-28T22:09:57.520000+00:00", "promise_id": "LPC-060", "last_updated_at": "2025-05-29T22:41:16.025000+00:00", "last_progress_update_at": "2025-05-28T22:19:54.840000+00:00", "party": "Liberal Party of Canada", "evidence_count": 0, "source_document_url": "", "last_evidence_date": null, "text": "Boosting Canada's domestic defence industries and production as we build security relationships with our partners. That includes advancing Canada's involvement in the ReArm Europe Plan in support of transatlantic security, and prioritizing investment here in Canada \\u2013 with every dollar spent wisely and effectively.", "canonical_commitment_text": "Boosting Canada's domestic defence industries and production as we build security relationships with our partners. That includes advancing Canada's involvement in the ReArm Europe Plan in support of transatlantic security, and prioritizing investment here in Canada \\u2013 with every dollar spent wisely and effectively.", "rationale_format_fixed_at": "2025-05-28T04:56:27.839000+00:00", "linking_preprocessing_done_at": null, "evidence_cleanup_timestamp": "2025-05-30T19:11:37.220000+00:00", "all_other_ministers_involved": "Minister of Industry; Minister of Foreign Affairs; Secretary of State (Defence Procurement); Minister of Finance", "target_groups": [], "background_and_context": "This commitment emerges from a global security landscape marked by increased geopolitical instability, particularly the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and heightened tensions with Russia. The Liberal platform likely emphasizes Canada's role as a reliable ally within NATO and its responsibility to contribute to collective defence. The focus on 'boosting domestic defence industries' aligns with a broader trend among allies to enhance military readiness and reduce reliance on external supply chains. The mention of the 'ReArm Europe Plan' directly ties into efforts to support European allies in rebuilding their defence capabilities. This commitment aims to address both national security needs and economic opportunities, leveraging defence spending to create jobs and foster innovation within Canada's industrial base, while ensuring fiscal prudence.", "source_url": "https://www.canada.ca/en/privy-council/campaigns/speech-throne/2025/building-canada-strong.html", "party_code": "LPC", "source_type": "2025 LPC Consolidated", "intended_impact_and_objectives": ["Canadians will see new jobs and economic growth in the defence sector through increased domestic production.", "It enhances Canada's national security and global standing by strengthening our defence capabilities and alliances.", "There is a potential for increased government spending on defence, which could impact other public service priorities.", "It positions Canada as a more reliable security partner, particularly in supporting European stability and collective defence.", "Critics may raise concerns about the prioritization of defence spending over social programs, despite calls for fiscal prudence."], "progress_score": 1, "scoring_method": "rule_based", "relevant_departments": ["Minister of Industry", "Minister of Foreign Affairs", "Secretary of State (Defence Procurement)", "Minister of Finance"], "status": "active", "linked_evidence_ids": ["20250609_45_News_8163295b2"], "history_generated_at": "2025-05-27T18:09:32.656000+00:00", "last_scored_at": "2025-06-09T11:43:25.575380+00:00", "notes_and_differences": "Matches SFT_023 (boost defence industry by joining ReArm Europe) and SFT_024 (invest in transatlantic security). Platform links these actions and emphasizes domestic investment.", "keywords_extracted_at": "2025-05-28T16:09:38.717000+00:00", "evidence_item_ids": [], "responsible_department_lead": "Minister of National Defence", "ingested_at": "2025-05-27T17:49:29.836000+00:00", "action_type_rationale": null, "explanation_enrichment_model": "gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20", "migration_status_added_at": "2025-05-29T02:20:18.260000+00:00", "bc_promise_rank_rationale": "Boosts domestic defence industry investment and exports, directly aligning with tenets on competitiveness, trade, and investment for potentially significant economic scale.", "candidate_or_government": "Liberal Party of Canada (2025 Platform & Speech from the Throne)", "reporting_lead_title": "Minister of National Defence", "region_code": "Canada", "migration_version": "1.0", "bc_priority_score": 95.0, "keywords_context_used": "enhanced_with_background_and_description", "explanation_enriched_at": "2025-05-28T22:09:57.471000+00:00", "explanation_enrichment_status": "processed", "bc_promise_direction": "positive", "last_comprehensive_cleanup": "2025-06-09T03:25:30.138000+00:00", "action_type_classified_at": "2025-05-27T18:09:32.656000+00:00", "extracted_keywords_concepts": ["ReArm Europe Plan", "Canadian defence industries", "Transatlantic security", "NATO", "Defence investment", "Economic growth"], "category": null, "description": "This commitment aims to increase Canada's defence manufacturing and production capabilities while strengthening international security ties, notably through the ReArm Europe Plan.", "implied_action_type": "funding_allocation", "bc_ranked_at": "2025-05-27T18:09:32.656000+00:00", "parliament_45_links_removed": 3, "commitment_history_rationale": [{"source_url": "", "date": "2023-07-12", "action": "Canada, as part of the G7, signed a joint declaration committing to long-term security assistance for Ukraine, including military support, which underscores the need for sustained defence production and international cooperation."}, {"source_url": "", "date": "2023-09-28", "action": "Canada announced a $30 million contract with General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems \u2013 Canada (GDOTS-C) to produce 155mm artillery shells for Ukraine, demonstrating a concrete step towards boosting domestic defence production to support international security efforts."}, {"source_url": "", "date": "2024-04-08", "action": "The Government of Canada released 'Our North, Strong and Free: A Renewed Vision for Canada's Defence,' a comprehensive defence policy update outlining increased defence spending, investments in domestic capabilities, and strengthened support for allies and transatlantic security, directly addressing the need to boost Canada's defence industrial base."}], "appears_in": "Both", "key_points": [], "commitment_id": "LPC-060", "action_type_confidence": 0.0, "id": "LPC_20250419_OTHER_02c0584c"} +{"concise_title": "Stabilize Immigration, Prioritize Talent & Family Reunification", "date_issued": "2025-04-19", "progress_summary": "The commitment, inferred from context, aims to set a long-term cap on temporary residents and balance immigration streams. The sole piece of evidence provided is Bill C-3, introduced on 2025-06-05. This bill amends the Citizenship Act to update provisions related to acquiring, retaining, and losing Canadian citizenship. As described, Bill C-3 does not directly address the establishment of temporary resident caps or the balancing of overall immigration categories. Therefore, based exclusively on the available evidence, no progress has been demonstrated towards fulfilling this specific commitment.", "parliament_session_id": "45", "what_it_means_for_canadians": ["Canadians may experience a more controlled and predictable population growth rate, potentially easing pressure on housing and public services.", "The focus on global talent aims to boost economic innovation and productivity, creating job opportunities and increasing prosperity for all.", "Families seeking reunification will continue to have pathways, reinforcing Canada's social fabric and community ties.", "Maintaining refugee commitments upholds Canada's humanitarian values, though it may require continued resource allocation for settlement services.", "A stricter cap might limit labor supply in certain sectors, potentially impacting economic growth if not carefully managed."], "policy_areas": [], "bc_promise_rank": "strong", "last_enrichment_at": "2025-05-28T22:10:06.952000+00:00", "promise_id": "LPC-249", "last_updated_at": "2025-05-29T18:59:25.613000+00:00", "party": "Liberal Party of Canada", "evidence_count": 1, "source_document_url": "", "last_evidence_date": "2025-06-05T10:03:29.660000+00:00", "text": "Stabilize permanent resident admissions at less than 1% of Canada's population annually beyond 2027 with a focus on attracting top global talent that will drive economic growth and prosperity. Our immigration plan will also allow for the reunification of families, while maintaining Canada's global leadership in prioritizing the world's most vulnerable, including human rights defenders and refugees.", "canonical_commitment_text": "Stabilize permanent resident admissions at less than 1% of Canada's population annually beyond 2027 with a focus on attracting top global talent that will drive economic growth and prosperity. Our immigration plan will also allow for the reunification of families, while maintaining Canada's global leadership in prioritizing the world's most vulnerable, including human rights defenders and refugees.", "rationale_format_fixed_at": "2025-05-28T04:56:20.264000+00:00", "linking_preprocessing_done_at": null, "evidence_cleanup_timestamp": "2025-05-30T19:40:29.670000+00:00", "all_other_ministers_involved": "Minister of Industry; Minister of Jobs and Families", "target_groups": [], "background_and_context": "This commitment likely stems from ongoing national discussions regarding the pace of population growth and its effects on Canada's infrastructure, housing affordability, and public services. The Liberal platform aims to balance the economic benefits of immigration, such as addressing labor shortages and driving innovation, with the need for sustainable integration. By setting a long-term cap, the government seeks to provide predictability and manage growth effectively. 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+ + return Time.parse(ts) if ts.is_a?(String) + + secs = ts["_seconds"] + nsec = ts["_nanoseconds"] + # Ruby ≥2.7: interpret second arg as nanoseconds + time = Time.at(secs, nsec, :nsec) + time.in_time_zone # converts to Rails.application.config.time_zone +end + + +promises = promise_data.split("\n").map do |line| + data = JSON.parse(line) + + { + promise_id: data['id'], + text: data['canonical_commitment_text'], + action_type_classified_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["action_type_classified_at"]), + action_type_confidence: data["action_type_confidence"], + action_type_rationale: data["action_type_rationale"], + background_and_context: data["background_and_context"], + bc_priority_score: data["bc_priority_score"], + bc_promise_direction: data["bc_promise_direction"], + bc_promise_rank: data["bc_promise_rank"], + bc_promise_rank_rationale: data["bc_promise_rank_rationale"], + bc_ranked_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["bc_ranked_at"]), + candidate_or_government: data["candidate_or_government"], + category: data["category"], + concise_title: data["concise_title"], + date_issued: data["date_issued"], + description: data["description"], + evidence_count: data["evidence_count"], + evidence_sync_fixed_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["evidence_sync_fixed_at"]), + explanation_enriched_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["explanation_enriched_at"]), + explanation_enrichment_model: data["explanation_enrichment_model"], + explanation_enrichment_status: data["explanation_enrichment_status"], + history_generated_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["history_generated_at"]), + implied_action_type: data["implied_action_type"], + ingested_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["ingested_at"]), + keywords_context_used: data["keywords_context_used"], + keywords_enriched_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["keywords_enriched_at"]), + keywords_enrichment_status: data["keywords_enrichment_status"], + keywords_extracted_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["keywords_extracted_at"]), + last_enrichment_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["last_enrichment_at"]), + last_evidence_date: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["last_evidence_date"]), + last_progress_update_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["last_progress_update_at"]), + last_scored_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["last_scored_at"]), + last_updated_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["last_updated_at"]), + linking_preprocessing_done_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["linking_preprocessing_done_at"]), + linking_processed_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["linking_processed_at"]), + linking_status: data["linking_status"], + migration_status_ed_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["migration_status_ed_at"]), + migration_version: data["migration_version"], + parliament_session_id: data["parliament_session_id"], + party: data["party"], + party_code: data["party_code"], + progress_score: data["progress_score"], + progress_score_1_to_5: data["progress_score_1_to_5"], + progress_scoring_model: data["progress_scoring_model"], + progress_status: data["progress_status"], + progress_summary: data["progress_summary"], + rationale_format_fixed_at: parse_firebase_timestamp(data["rationale_format_fixed_at"]), + region_code: data["region_code"], + responsible_department_lead: data["responsible_department_lead"], + scoring_method: data["scoring_method"], + scoring_model: data["scoring_model"], + source_document_url: data["source_document_url"], + source_type: data["source_type"], + status: data["status"], + what_it_means_for_canadians: data["what_it_means_for_canadians"], + extracted_keywords_concepts: data["extracted_keywords_concepts"], + intended_impact_and_objectives: data["intended_impact_and_objectives"], + relevant_departments: data["relevant_departments"], + linked_evidence_ids: data["linked_evidence_ids"], + + commitment_history_rationale: data["commitment_history_rationale"], + key_points: data["key_points"], + policy_areas: data["policy_areas"], + target_groups: data["target_groups"] + } +end + +promises.each do |promise| + Promise.find_or_create_by!(promise_id: promise["promise_id"]) do |e| + e.assign_attributes(promise) + end +end