On Tue, Jul 7, 2020 at 9:41 PM Barry Warsaw <ba...@python.org> wrote:

>
> That said, I also think that the general rule of only bug fix changes post
> beta 1 is the right policy.  For other changes, or anything that you think
> straddles the line between bug fix and non-bug fix, ask the Release
> Manager.  The RM’s primary role at this time is to ensure the stability of
> the final release.  Their judgement is critical to the success of the final
> release, so ask!  CC the RM on the PR and request their approval and
> comment.
>
> I’ll also say that I personally give the RM a lot of latitude and
> authority to unilaterally revert any change they are not comfortable with.
> If the change author and RM cannot agree on whether a post-beta change is
> appropriate, you can escalate to the Steering Council.
>

For the record, the Steering Council discussed this topic last night, and
this is also the official SC standpoint. I would like to think it needn't
be said, but to be on the safe side: the RMs are in charge of the release,
and the policies they have set should be followed. If you disagree with a
RM and can't resolve it yourself, escalate to the SC.

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