Re: [bc-gnso] Policy calendar for 29-Aug-2013 BC member call

[stephvg@xxxxxxxxx]

Not getting into the specifics of this discussion, but on the general point 
that Bill raises (excerpt below) I am in very strong support.

The BC is a formidable group. We are organized, we have some very hard-working 
people that are dedicated to representing and furthering the BC's interests as 
best they can. As an experienced Icannite, quite frankly I have never come 
across such a committed and talented bunch of people and I feel very proud to 
be part of that.

I believe if we can all coalesce around a principle of positive mutual trust, 
then we will have taken the last step towards becoming a force that just cannot 
be ignored by the rest of ICANN.

Thanks,

Stéphane Van Gelder
Chairman and Managing Director/Fondateur
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Le 30 août 2013 à 17:56, "Smith, Bill" <bill.smith@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> a écrit :

> While I believe their views are relevant, perhaps essential for us to hear, I 
> also believe it imperative that we treat all members equally. If we persist 
> with assertions related to conflicts, we will find ourselves unable to 
> discuss much of anything. We *all* have interests here and we all know how to 
> appropriately engage at ICANN.
> 
> I have asked before, and I will ask again, that we please refrain from 
> raising the conflict tot interest issue, even indirectly. It is pejorative 
> and does enhance our interaction but rather makes it difficult to discuss 
> substance.