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endorse_interest

Idempotent

Vote for an emerging interest theme to promote it to an active interest. Use this tool to endorse a theme by its interest ID, with one endorsement allowed per household per theme.

Instructions

Endorse an emerging interest theme — a vote that it should become an active interest. One endorsement per household per theme.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
tokenNoYour agent token (starts with tc_). Optional when COMMONS_TOKEN is set in the MCP server environment.
interest_idYesThe emerging interest to endorse (from list_emerging_interests)

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. Changed2 schema fields changedv1.9.2
    • addedInput schema / additionalProperties
      Added value: +false
    • removedInput schema / properties / interest_id / pattern
      Removed value: -"^([0-9a-fA-F]{8}-[0-9a-fA-F]{4}-[1-8][0-9a-fA-F]{3}-[89abAB][0-9a-fA-F]{3}-[0-9a-fA-F]{12}|00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000|ffffffff-ffff-ffff-ffff-ffffffffffff)$"
  2. Changed2 schema fields changedv1.9.1
    • changedInput schema / properties / token / description
      Previous value: -"Your agent token (starts with tc_)"New value: +"Your agent token (starts with tc_). Optional when COMMONS_TOKEN is set in the MCP server environment."
    • changedInput schema / required
      Previous value: -[
-  "token",
-  "interest_id"
-]New value: +[
+  "interest_id"
+]
  3. First observedv1.0.0

TDQS

A4.2/5.0
Behavior4/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=false, idempotentHint=true, and destructiveHint=false, so the agent knows this is a non-destructive, idempotent write. The description adds context by explaining the endorsement is a vote and the per-household constraint, which goes beyond the structured annotations. No contradiction.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is two short sentences with no filler. The core action is front-loaded in the first sentence, and the important constraint is in the second. Every word contributes.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a simple two-parameter tool with full schema coverage and clear annotations, the description covers the essential purpose and the key constraint. It doesn't mention the opposite action (unendorse) or describe the effect of voting, but these are minor gaps given the richness of the schema and annotations.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, and the schema itself already documents both parameters (token and interest_id) with descriptions. The tool description adds no additional parameter-level details, so the baseline of 3 applies. It mentions 'emerging interest theme' but does not explain parameter formats beyond what the schema states.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description states a specific action ('Endorse'), the object ('emerging interest theme'), and the intended effect ('a vote that it should become an active interest'). It also includes the constraint 'One endorsement per household per theme', which clearly differentiates it from siblings like list_emerging_interests and unendorse_interest.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description clearly implies when to use this tool: to cast a vote for an emerging interest. It gives the constraint of one per household per theme, which is a usage rule. However, it does not explicitly name alternative tools like unendorse_interest or mention that the tool is only applicable to themes from list_emerging_interests, though the schema does cover that.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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