Dear Colleagues, I have just voted in the second round of the At-Large Board Director Election: I voted for Alan. Direction from the RALO has not been clear-cut. However, I think we should all be pleased that turnout of EU ALS in the first poll was high, over 70%. This is very much to the RALO's credit and a reflection of Wolf's good leadership. We have had problems with this process, but I think we predicted this would be the case as a result of the Board's slow decision regarding changes to the bylaws. EURALO has acquitted itself well. My main regret is that we were unable to increase the slate through petition. I am sorry Avri and Jean-Jacques were not candidates. I think Sebastien will be a passionate and highly dedicated At Large Director, a strong advocate for many of the principles we believe essential to the At Large. However, in considering the skills I think necessary for the board I believe Alan would be more be effective in building consensus around issues and overall he better meets what I consider to the be skill-sets required of a Director, not just an At Large representative. It is difficult to choose between people you like and respect. It was equally difficult in the first round, where I believe Pierre would have been an exceptional choice. I wish both candidates the very best of luck and thank all for their hard work and dedication to the At Large. Best, Adam