[Sip] private correspondance

my apologies for the non-technical comment, and perhaps this thread should go
to the IETF list if there are responses.

private comments to authors is as we all know a time honored tradition in the
IETF.  its very beneficial in lowering the signal-to-noise ratio for minor
comments, word-smithing, and conveying the opinions of those people that are
either shy or feel that privacy will help clarify things.

however, private comments as a *primary and consistent* form of input to
authors leading to *significant* changes is detrimental and contrary to the
open process of the IETF.  It contributes to confusion for those on the list
and can be regressive and unnecesarily delays progression of a draft.

I ask that people keep this in mind and not send private comments beyond
clarification or word-smithing.

cheers,

-ken

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