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Question for candidates
by Benedetta Rossi Feb. 18, 2014

Feb. 18, 2014

Dear BC Members, In preparation for today's candidate call we have received one question for candidates submitted by Gabriela Szlak who will not be able to join the call. The question is the following: What issues do you believe are the most urgent for outreach and awareness activities for the BC to focus on, and how do you plan, as a leader, to contribute to these outreach and awareness needs? Candidates will be asked to answer this question first and then members on the call will be able to ask any further questions to each candidate. Thank you ever so much, Kind regards, Benedetta Rossi Sent from my iPhone

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FW: New Post on Fake Political Websites
by Phil Corwin Feb. 18, 2014

Feb. 18, 2014

BC members may find this of some interest... Subject: New Post on Fake Political Websites http://www.internetcommerce.org/Fake_Political_Websites Fake Political Websites Draw Attention in DC Controversy continues to build in Washington, DC regarding an online campaign against Democratic candidates for the House being conducted by the National Republican Campaign Committee. As just reported by National Journal<http://www.nationaljournal.com/politics/under-fire-gop-adjusts-fake-democra…>, the NRCC recently adjusted the arguably misleading series of websites and "changed the donation page to make clearer to potential contributors that their money wasn't going to the smiling Democrats pictured but instead to the Republicans". The article focuses on the GOP-registered website www.nickrahallforcongress.com<http://www.nickrahallforcongress.com> which features a large photo of the West Virginia Congressman and then proceeds to describe votes he cast that allegedly could cost thousands of coal mining jobs in that state. The bottom of the webpage does display this: "Paid for by the National Republican Congressional Committee and not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. www.nrcc.org<http://www.nrcc.org/>." An earlier article<http://www.nationaljournal.com/politics/republican-look-alike-sites-mocking…> on the same website campaign noted that some of the GOP-backed websites were mimicking the design of the Democratic candidates' official websites, and that the NRCC was purchasing search ads to promote the websites so that the faux website would be the first result returned when the targeted candidate's name was Googled. That article notes, "Under Federal Election Committee (FEC) regulations<http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2013-title11-vol1/pdf/CFR-2013-title11-vol…>, political committees cannot use a candidate's name in a "special project," such as a microsite, unless it "clearly and unambiguously shows opposition to the named candidate." Some campaign finance experts and outside campaign watchdog groups contend that the NRCC websites cross the line and violate the FEC regulations, but Republican spokespersons defend them as "100 percent legal". The FEC is highly unlikely to crack down on the practice because the Commission is evenly split and highly gridlocked between three Democrats and three Republicans. With the FEC unlikely to act and the NRCC clearly not backing down, it will be interesting to see if any of the targeted candidates tries to shut down a faux website through an action brought under the Anticybersquatting Consumer Protection Act (ACPA<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anticybersquatting_Consumer_Protection_Act>). Like the UDRP and URS, that U.S. law prohibits the bad faith registration and use of a domain that is identical or confusingly similar where there is intent to profit, and in addition to trademarks the Act also covers "a famous personal name" (that could lead to judicial consideration of the issue of whether all members of Congress, as well as first -time candidates who have yet to be elected, are "famous" for ACPA purposes). One of the factors that a court may consider in regard to finding bad faith under the ACPA is whether the registrant has engaged in the registration of multiple domain names known to be identical or confusingly similar to marks protected under the Act. On the other hand, the Savings Clause of the Act preserves fair use defenses under the Trademark Act as well as "a person's right of free speech or expression under the first amendment of the United States Constitution" - and we presume that the NRCC would argue that it was only exercising its First Amendment rights to criticize the positions of the targeted Democrats. U.S. courts are generally loathe to wade into and decide political disputes. While the NRCC's Democratic counterpart has apparently not engaged in such tactics (yet), we'd be surprised if Democrat candidates or their supporters hadn't registered similar websites targeting Republican opponents. With all the independent money sloshing around U.S. politics these days it's almost inevitable that such deliberately confusing websites will gain wider use as a campaign tool. New gTLDs are likely to figure in this practice going forward. The Republican State Legislative Committee (RSLC) succeeded in its bid to acquire .gop as a gTLD for use solely by Republican candidates (no similar bid was made for an official Democratic Party gTLD). But the RSLC's community objection to .republican failed, and the same portfolio applicant behind that bid will also soon be opening .democrat to domain registrations as well. So we suppose it won't be long before these types of websites migrate to those new gTLDs, with the right-of-the-dot label arguably further confusing voters in regard to their origin and sponsorship. All of this political squabbling will add an interesting background to any future Congressional discussion of the adequacy of the ACPA in the era of new gTLDs. Philip S. 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FOR REVIEW: BC comment on Status Update from expert working group on gTLD Directory Services
by Steve DelBianco Feb. 18, 2014

Feb. 18, 2014

Attached are draft BC comments and questions on the Status Update from the expert working group on gTLD Directory Services. The EWG status update is here<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?u=http://www.icann.org/en/groups/o…>, and described on this page<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-11nov13-en.htm>. Comments close 28-Feb, so today begins a 12-day member review period. Thanks to BC members Jimson Olufuye, Tim Chen, and Susan Kawaguchi for this drafting work. Jimson is the CEO of Kontemporary, a systems Integration and ICT Consultancy firm. Though less than 10% of the company revenue is from domain businesses, he has interacted extensively with gTLD and ccTLD WHOIS registry systems. BC members are familiar with Susan's many years of work to improve WHOIS, first with eBay and now with Facebook. Susan was appointed to the WHOIS review team two years ago and is now a member of the EWG on Directory Services. Tim is CEO of DomainTools, whose products partly rely on whois data to help users understand who operates a given website or IP address, and to also make connections between domain names. DomainTools' clients include law enforcement, trademark attorneys, cybercrime investigators, brand protection agents, and a wide variety of professionals in the DNS industry. All BC members are invited to REPLY ALL with edits (using TRACK CHANGES, please). Note that the second half of this draft shows a dialog between Tim and Jimson regarding certain aspects of Directory Services. Based on member feedback, we will refine that section into additional points or questions for the EWG. - Steve DelBianco Vice chair for policy coordination

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BC Officer Elections 2014 - Candidate Statements
by Benedetta Rossi Feb. 17, 2014

Feb. 17, 2014

Dear BC Members, In preparation for tomorrow's candidate call for the currently open election process for BC Officers for 2014, please find attached the four candidate statements received. I would like to also take this opportunity to remind you that questions for candidates should be submitted by today COB. So far no questions were received. If no questions are received members will be able to ask questions to each candidate directly on the call with Glen De Saint Gery, Returning Officer, moderating the discussion with candidates. Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions, Thank you, Kind Regards, Benedetta Rossi BC Secretariat bc-secretariat(a)icann.org <https://community.icann.org/display/gnsobc/Home> https://community.icann.org/display/gnsobc/Home www.bizconst.org

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BC Officer Election 2014 Announcement: Nominations
by Benedetta Rossi Feb. 14, 2014

Feb. 14, 2014

Dear BC Members, This is an election announcement for the currently open process for the BC Officer Elections 2014. Following the closure of the two week nomination period, the nominations are the following: Chair: . Elisa Cooper - Nominated by David Fares and seconded by: Marie Pattullo, Laura Covington and Stephane Van Gelder Vice Chair Finance & Operations: . Jimson Olufuye - Nominated by Gabriela Szlak Vice Chair Policy Coordination: . Steve DelBianco - Nominated by Marilyn Cade and seconded by Stephane Van Gelder CSG Representative: . Marilyn Cade - Nominated by Tim Smith and seconded by Gabriela Szlak As a reminder, nominees should submit their candidate statements by Monday, Feb. 17th 2014 for them to be aggregated and submitted to BC Members prior to the Candidate call taking place on Tuesday, Feb. 18th at 11 a.m. EST (4 p.m. UTC). Questions for candidates should also be submitted to the me at bc-secretariat(a)icann.org by Monday, Feb. 17th for them to be used on the candidate call and aggregated and submitted to candidates in preparation for the call. Thank you ever so much, Kind Regards, Benedetta Rossi BC Secretariat bc-secretariat(a)icann.org <https://community.icann.org/display/gnsobc/Home> https://community.icann.org/display/gnsobc/Home www.bizconst.org

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WEBINAR - ICANN Strategy Panel on Public Responsibility Framework
by Benedetta Rossi Feb. 13, 2014

Feb. 13, 2014

Dear BC Members, Please find below an ICANN invitation to participate on the Webinar on ICANN's Strategy Panel on Public Responsibility Framework taking place on Feb. 17th, 2014. If you would like to participate please follow the instructions noted below to register. Thank you, Kind Regards, Benedetta Rossi BC Secretariat bc-secretariat(a)icann.org https://community.icann.org/display/gnsobc/Home www.bizconst.org Dear All, You are invited to join the Strategy Panel on Public Responsibility Framework <http://www.icann.org/en/about/planning/strategic-engagement/public-responsi bility> on Monday, 17 February 2014 at 12:00-13:00 UTC (time converter: http://goo.gl/TiF9kh) or 19:00-20:00 UTC (time converter: http://goo.gl/J4jP5Y) for an update and interactive discussion. As it prepares to offer its advice to the ICANN President and CEO, the Strategy Panel wishes to walk you through the work it has undertaken and to seek your input on the preliminary set of conclusions it has reached. The webinar will also be the opportunity for you to ask questions. Please refer to the announcement at http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-12feb14-en.htm or see below for more information and details. Advisory in nature, ICANN Strategy Panels serve as an integral part of a framework for cross-community dialogue on strategic matters. Designed to concentrate on critical strategic <http://www.icann.org/en/about/planning/strategic-engagement/conversation-in put-24jun13-en.pdf> areas identified by the community, Board, and staff, the work of Strategy Panels will inform a new, overarching vision and five-year strategic plan. More information is available at: <http://www.icann.org/en/about/planning/strategic-engagement> http://www.icann.org/en/about/planning/strategic-engagement We look forward to your participation in this webinar. Should you not be in a position to attend one of the sessions, please note that the slides, recording and transcript of the presentation will be made available following the webinar at http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-12feb14-en.htm and http://www.icann.org/en/about/planning/strategic-engagement/public-responsib ility. The Strategy Panel also welcomes feedback submitted via its publicly archived mailing-list: prfpanel(a)icann.org. Thanks, Best regards ICANN staff === WEBINAR: ICANN Strategy Panel on Public Responsibility Framework 12 February 2014 Join the <http://www.icann.org/en/about/planning/strategic-engagement/public-responsi bility> Strategy Panel on the Public Responsibility Framework for an update and interactive discussion. Date: Monday, 17 February 2014 Times: . 12:00-13:00 UTC (time converter: <http://goo.gl/TiF9kh> http://goo.gl/TiF9kh) . 19:00-20:00 UTC (time converter: <http://goo.gl/J4jP5Y> http://goo.gl/J4jP5Y) You are invited to an update on the activities of the Strategy Panel on Public Responsibility Framework. The work of the <http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-15jul13-en.htm> ICANN Strategy Panels will inform ICANN's new, overarching vision and five-year strategic plan. As it prepares to offer its advice to the ICANN President and CEO, the Public Responsibility Framework Strategy Panel wishes to walk you through the work it has undertaken and to seek your input on the preliminary set of conclusions it has reached. This webinar will also be the opportunity for you to ask questions. ICANNStrategy Panels serve as an integral part of a framework for cross-community dialogue: your feedback and contributions are key to this project and will be carefully considered. Panel output will be posted for community consideration and public comment. Webinar Details The webinar will be run in an Adobe Connect room with a slide presentation along with a dial-in conference bridge for audio. The session will be conducted in English. Participants will be given the opportunity to offer comments and to ask questions during the Q&A section. During the course of the webinar, questions may be submitted using the chat function of Adobe Connect. If you cannot join the live session, the recording of the session will be made available shortly after the meeting. Please register via email to <mailto:alice.jansen@icann.org> alice.jansen(a)icann.org by Sunday, 16 February 2014 - 23:59 UTC to receive the dial-in details. A reminder with log-in and dial-in details will be sent to you prior to the call.

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BC Officer Elections: Nominations close today, Feb. 13th, 2014
by Benedetta Rossi Feb. 13, 2014

Feb. 13, 2014

Dear BC Members, Please note that this is a reminder for the currently open nomination period for the BC Officer elections 2014. The two week nomination period closes today, Thursday, Feb. 13th, 2014 at midnight PST. Nominees will be announced tomorrow, Friday, Feb. 14th, 2014. The election will be conducted by myself, BC Secretariat, fulfilling the role of Voting Officer for the duration of the election process. For the election process, all communications regarding elections and nominations will go to this email address: <mailto:bcvotes@hotmail.com> bcvotes(a)hotmail.com. If members wish to nominate a member to stand for a position on the BC list, please ensure you also copy the BC Votes email address to ensure the nomination is valid. Any questions about the elections, eligibility or the process can be sent to the Secretariat: <mailto:bc-secretariat@icann.org> bc-secretariat(a)icann.org The attached election procedure covers: . time-frames for the three stage process outlined in the BC Charter . who is eligible to nominate, or accept a nomination . candidate statements . when the elections will be held, . as exception: ties in any election The detailed description of the Elections and Voting process is provided in the attached document so that all members are fully informed of the Elections Process and can avail themselves fully of the opportunity to nominate or stand for office, and vote, if eligible. Once again, please refer to the attachment for the full details regarding this election. Transmitted by the BC Secretariat: Benedetta Rossi, serving as Voting Officer -- Kind Regards, Benedetta Rossi BC Secretariat bc-secretariat(a)icann.org <https://community.icann.org/display/gnsobc/Home> https://community.icann.org/display/gnsobc/Home www.bizconst.org

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FW: EU Pushes to Globalize Internet Governance - The Wall Street Journal.
by Phil Corwin Feb. 12, 2014

Feb. 12, 2014

FYI Subject: EU Pushes to Globalize Internet Governance - The Wall Street Journal. I thought you would be interested in the following story from The Wall Street Journal. EU Pushes to Globalize Internet Governance http://on.wsj.com/1grYSfe The Wall Street Journal App provides a new way to experience the Journal's award winning coverage, blending the best of print and online. Special features include: * "Now" Issue featuring updated coverage throughout the day, with top article picks from Journal editors * Market Data including quote search and customizable Watchlist * Videos and slideshows published with free articles Click or tap the link below to download The Wall Street Journal from the Apple iTunes App Store. http://www.wsj.com/mobile Philip S. Corwin, Founding Principal Virtualaw LLC 1155 F Street, NW Suite 1050 Washington, DC 20004 202-559-8597/Direct 202-559-8750/Fax 202-255-6172/Cell Twitter: @VLawDC "Luck is the residue of design" -- Branch Rickey Sent from my iPad ________________________________ No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com<http://www.avg.com> Version: 2013.0.3462 / Virus Database: 3697/7069 - Release Date: 02/06/14

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EC Communication on Internet Governance
by Caroline Greer Feb. 12, 2014

Feb. 12, 2014

Dear all, In case of interest – The European Commission Press release for its Communication on Internet Governance (published today) and a link to the Communication text therein: http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-14-142_en.htm Kind regards, Caroline.

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FW: Report: EU loses faith in U.S. ability to manage Internet | PCWorld
by Phil Corwin Feb. 12, 2014

Feb. 12, 2014

More on impending EC announcement... Subject: Report: EU loses faith in U.S. ability to manage Internet | PCWorld http://www.pcworld.com/article/2096880/report-eu-to-push-to-reduce-us-role-… Philip S. Corwin, Founding Principal Virtualaw LLC 1155 F Street, NW Suite 1050 Washington, DC 20004 202-559-8597/Direct 202-559-8750/Fax 202-255-6172/Cell Twitter: @VLawDC "Luck is the residue of design" -- Branch Rickey Sent from my iPad ----- No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2013.0.3462 / Virus Database: 3697/7069 - Release Date: 02/06/14

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