Re: Selection Process

[Theodore Ts'o <[e-mail]>]

   Date: Wed, 25 Nov 92 16:47:55 -0500
   From: Bob Stewart <[e-mail]>

   I'd like to put in a word for the sentiment from the plenary that
   perhaps we don't need the recall procedure.  The two year term
   supplies a natural point for graceful resignation or failure to be
   reappointed.  It's not clear to me that we are likely to have a
   problem so pressing as to require an ever-present threat of public
   accusation, trial, and crucifixion. 

In addition to the point raised by many that it provides a relief valve
for when things get *really* ugly, having the recall procedure also may
be useful as an incentive to the IAB/IESG members to actually pay
attention to the ombudsman, instead of just blowing him/her off.  If you
don't have a recall procedure as a final recourse, the usefulness of the
ombudsman may be very limited.  (I tend to be a cynic about human
nature.)

I agree with the sentiment expressed by several people that the recall
procedure will likely be very rarely, if ever, used.

							- Ted