[rpd] Co-Chair Election Process

Tue Jul 21 14:44:51 UTC 2020

Hanura, at this point it doesn't really matter if they are doing a good 
job or not. We must first resolve how we will proceed within the PDP.

If their term will be extended or not is a secondary question which can 
only be resolved once we have the above well defined how this will be 
done, online via a show of hands or any other similar method that stick 
to the PDP. Then we can perhaps have such discussion.

Fernando

On 21/07/2020 11:38, Haruna Umar Adoga wrote:
>
> Hi All,
>
> Rather than focussing on why we must hold an online election amidst a 
> global pandemic (for those pushing for this idea), we should be 
> discussing – with reasonable points, why we feel the current co-chairs 
> are not getting the job done.
>
> Proposing an argument for an online election at this time, should come 
> up, if the community as a whole is convinced that the current 
> co-chairs are hindering our progress (in any front).
>
> Like most people who have made their opinions known, I am of the 
> opinion that we continue with these co-chairs, until we are able to 
> have a face-to-face meeting to hold an election.
>
> Regards,
>
> Haruna Adoga.
>
>
> On Tue, Jul 21, 2020 at 3:35 PM Fernando Frediani 
> <fhfrediani at gmail.com <mailto:fhfrediani at gmail.com>> wrote:
>
>     I don't understand such a fear of the different or the unknown that
>     frighten some people.
>     Although limited there are options within the PDP, but it seems
>     none is
>     acceptable.
>
>     Agree that despite all the fear justifiable concerns there are
>     solutions.
>
>     Fernando
>
>     On 21/07/2020 11:16, Murungi Daniel wrote:
>     > Dear Anthony,
>     >
>     >
>     > Postponing the election is the lazy way out. We have a problem.
>     Let us fix it.
>     >
>     >> On Jul 21, 2020, at 12:42 PM, Anthony Ubah
>     <ubah.tonyiyke at gmail.com <mailto:ubah.tonyiyke at gmail.com>> wrote:
>     >>
>     >> Hello Taiwo,
>     >>
>     >> You have basically summarized my thoughts and contributions so far.
>     >>
>     >> The idea of forcibly pushing through with an online voting
>     process baffles me, as those campaigning for it have simply failed
>     to look at the Cons of their proposal. The existing process
>     clearly proposes a Face-2-Face electoral process and going
>     otherwise is going against the policy.
>     > No one is forcibly pushing anything through. That’s why the
>     subject was put forth for discussion.  Please watch the
>     inflammatory language.
>     >
>     > If policy allows us to have an e-vote. Then let’s get it done.
>     Do we consider ourselves so special that what has worked for
>     others will not work for us (some panel beating might be
>     required)? If so, then that is simply a combination of hubris and
>     unfettered arrogance.
>     >
>     >> As you rightly said, the community will most likely erupt into
>     debates and disagreements from whatever outcome. An online policy
>     discussion and consensus might be a possibility since inputs and
>     opinions count as value for the measure. However, online voting is
>     a totally different playing field. It is a quagmire which we must
>     not race into, but tread on carefully
>     > This is fear mongering. Agreed, there are some justifiable
>     concerns but there are solutions.
>     >
>     >> I personally think the seating Co-chairs are doing great work,
>     so it is really unfortunate that the reactions from certain
>     members project this difference. Are we in a hurry do fill in a
>     gap? Or, are we working towards fostering a progressive community
>     with a united front? Who loses if the current crop of Co-chairs
>     continues in the same vein? Will the community be taken aback if
>     their tenure is extended?
>     >>
>     > Clearly some don’t think the Co-chairs have done ‘great’ work
>     others do. A vote will lay this issue to rest :) .
>     >
>     >> Like I said before, I propose that the election is postponed
>     until the next face-to-face meeting(As required in the existing
>     process). Before then, perhaps a credible alternative would have
>     been refined and adopted by the majority for the supposedly “new
>     normal”. I reiterate that It is wise that we extend the current
>     tenure of the seating Co-chair, as flying a haphazard online
>     election solution is does not align with current policy and process.
>     > I don’t mind a 60 day extension (policies permitting) for us to
>     get our ducks in a row. The idea of simply extending tenures for
>     another term is lazy and pushes the problem down the line without
>     a solution. Especially when no one has a clue as to whether we
>     shall be able to hold the vote in person the next election cycle.
>     >
>     >
>     >
>     >
>     > Regards,
>     > Murungi Daniel
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