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@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@ Node.js is an amazing project. It
 executes JavaScript code outside of a browser. For more information on using
 Node.js, see the [Node.js Website][].
 
-The Node.js project uses an [open governance model](./GOVERNANCE.md). The
+The Node.js amazing project uses an [open governance model](./GOVERNANCE.md). The
 [OpenJS Foundation][] provides support for the project.
 
 **This project is bound by a [Code of Conduct][].**