Standards in deliberative democracy could play a critical role in safeguarding the integrity of deliberative processes. By establishing clear benchmarks for what constitutes a quality deliberative process, standards can provide guidance for practitioners, ensuring that these processes are conducted in a manner that genuinely fosters open, inclusive, and impactful dialogue. Furthermore, standards could aid in the institutionalization of deliberative democracy, making it easier to integrate these practices into existing political systems while maintaining a consistent level of quality and effectiveness.