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<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Fernando<br>
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm;line-height:100%">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.<br>
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm;line-height:100%">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).<br>
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<p style="margin-bottom:0cm;line-height:100%">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.</p>
<p style="margin-bottom:0cm;line-height:100%">Regards,</p>
<p style="margin-bottom:0cm;line-height:100%">Haruna Adoga.<br>
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<div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">On Tue, Jul 21, 2020 at 3:35
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don't understand such a fear of the different or the unknown
that <br>
frighten some people.<br>
Although limited there are options within the PDP, but it
seems none is <br>
acceptable.<br>
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Agree that despite all the fear justifiable concerns there are
solutions.<br>
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Fernando<br>
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On 21/07/2020 11:16, Murungi Daniel wrote:<br>
> Dear Anthony,<br>
><br>
><br>
> Postponing the election is the lazy way out. We have a
problem. Let us fix it.<br>
><br>
>> On Jul 21, 2020, at 12:42 PM, Anthony Ubah <<a
href="mailto:ubah.tonyiyke@gmail.com" target="_blank"
moz-do-not-send="true">ubah.tonyiyke@gmail.com</a>>
wrote:<br>
>><br>
>> Hello Taiwo,<br>
>><br>
>> You have basically summarized my thoughts and
contributions so far.<br>
>><br>
>> 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.<br>
> No one is forcibly pushing anything through. That’s why
the subject was put forth for discussion. Please watch the
inflammatory language.<br>
><br>
> 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.<br>
><br>
>> 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<br>
> This is fear mongering. Agreed, there are some
justifiable concerns but there are solutions.<br>
><br>
>> 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?<br>
>><br>
> Clearly some don’t think the Co-chairs have done ‘great’
work others do. A vote will lay this issue to rest :) .<br>
><br>
>> 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.<br>
> 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.<br>
> <br>
><br>
><br>
><br>
> Regards,<br>
> Murungi Daniel<br>
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