Re: [wg-review] constituency composition

["Milton Mueller" <Mueller@syr.edu>]

I agree that we need to focus on a limited range of problems quickly; we cannot possibly come up with coherent positions on the full range of items in the charter. So I would propose, along with Karl, that we focus on DNSO constituency structure exclusively during the next two weeks. 

I could make an elaborate argument as to why this is the key thing to focus on, but others already seem to agree, so let me sound out opinion first.

Agree?  

Second, Karl has proposed a complete dissolution of the constituency structure. Peter has proposed the addition of new constituencies. 

This is a nice, simple dichotomy that we could use as a focal point. We might even be able to come to an agreement about it.

My comments are follow-ons to these two comments from Karl A. and Peter D.

First, from Karl A:
"Since we have an amazingly short fuse to complete work - I do wonder whether we ought to focus on the simple question: Should the DNSO abandon the existing "constituency" structure and replace it with something that allows the more fluid aggregation of parties based on their own self-perception of what best serves their interests?"

and next from Peter D:

"Since it is unlikely that a suggestion from this WG to completely restructure the constituency system, perhaps the addition of two more constituencies at this time could create a more viable structure for open voting, and more diversity of coalition-building. One I would recommend is Individual Domain Name Holders."

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My comments:

I agree that we need to focus on a limited range of problems quickly; we cannot possibly come up with coherent positions on the full range of items in the charter. So I would propose, along with Karl, that we focus on DNSO constituency structure exclusively during the next two weeks. 

I could make an elaborate argument as to why this is the key thing to focus on, but others already seem to agree, so let me sound out opinion first.

Agree?  

Second, Karl has proposed a complete dissolution of the constituency structure. Peter has proposed the addition of new constituencies. 

This is a nice, simple dichotomy that we could use as a focal point. We might even be able to come to an agreement about it.