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-.# Scaffold ETH 2 + MACI Voting Template
+# Scaffold ETH 2 + MACI Voting Template
 
 Welcome to the Scaffold ETH 2 + MACI Voting Template! This template is a powerful starting point for developers aiming to build decentralized voting applications that prioritize privacy and resist collusion. Combining the rapid development environment of Scaffold ETH with the innovative Minimal Anti-Collusion Infrastructure (MACI), this template offers a robust foundation for creating secure and transparent voting systems on the Ethereum blockchain.