Patrick, I don't see how you can go about listing such countries without creating all kinds of aftereffects. Further there may be other reasons that put individuals from certain territories or with certain characteristics at a disadvantage. So I believe the present system where Nom-Comm is to to ensure some kind of balance in the composition will work if it is carried out correctly. Siavash
Siavash,
Good point indeed. I am sold. Would that mean the nomcom should only select individuals from countries where no ALS exists or likely to appear on the short term ?
Patrick
Siavash Shahshahani wrote:
Here's a problem for those who think non-comm appointees are unnecessary: There are more than a few countries where NGOs are looked upon with suspicion by the local govt and potential ALSs are simply afraid to apply to ICANN for accreditation. Should we disenfranchise citizens of those countries? Note that the same risk may not necessarily apply to an 'individual' selected by non-comm as long as the individual is well-known and trusted in the country and is not in the business of organizing a group which the govt deems potentially subversive.. Siavash
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