[rpd] PDWG Co-Chairs communication regarding observed behavior on AFPUB-2026-ASN-001-DRAFT02

[Fundiswa Nadia Maseko]

Dear Ben,

Thank you for your clarification.

I think there is an important distinction between using AI to help draft a
message and using automation to flood a mailing list. The issue, in my
view, is not AI itself, but the conduct. If someone is repeatedly posting
the same or slightly reworded messages, that should be addressed regardless
of how those messages were written.

At the same time, I believe we should be careful not to assume coordination
or automation without clear evidence. If there are concerns, it is only
fair that the people involved have an opportunity to respond before
conclusions are reached.

Going forward, I think it would help to have clearer guidance on acceptable
posting behaviour. That would make moderation more transparent and
consistent, while still allowing people to use new tools responsibly.

The goal should be to keep the mailing list useful and focused on technical
discussions, without discouraging genuine participation simply because
someone used AI to organise or improve their thoughts.


Kind regards,
Fundiswa Nadia Maseko
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