Re: [Citizendium-l] What about turning thus (back) into a discussion list? (was: My apologies)

2010-04-17 Thread tahiti
It's my impression, as a Constable, that this list is NOT supposed to be used for general purposes of discussion. Even Larry, I believe, has only used it *very* sparingly over the years, and then generally for what were unquestionably important announcements, such as the voting for the

[Citizendium-l] What Forums? These Forums

2010-04-18 Thread tahiti
WHAT forums? tom Go here, and maybe join http://forum.citizendium.org/http://forum.citizendium.org/ We came under a major spam attack a couple of weeks ago and had to take measures to prevents hundreds of spammer accounts from being automatically created, so now when you register to

Re: [Citizendium-l] What about turning thus (back) into a discussion list? (was: My apologies)

2010-04-18 Thread tahiti
Hi Irma, Go here, and you'll be able to join. http://forum.citizendium.org/http://forum.citizendium.org/ Are you a member of Citizendium? You can join the Forums as either a Member or a non-Member, but it's easier to participate as a Member. If not, why not join Citizendium? It's easy

Re: [Citizendium-l] What about turning thus (back) into a discussion list? (was: My apologies)

2010-04-18 Thread tahiti
Michael, are we talking about the *same* Forums here?! What could *possibly* be easier to understand, to follow, and to participate in? Truly I'm baffled by your comments! Hayford As for people not using the Forums for discussion of matters of importance -- in my opinion that is primarily

[Citizendium-l] don't forget to VOTE!

2011-06-15 Thread tahiti
THIS IS AN OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT. DO NOT REPLY, SINCE THIS EMAIL LIST IS INTENDED ONLY FOR ANNOUNCEMENTS, NOT DISCUSSIONS. All, There are only about two more days left to vote in the elections. If you haven't voted yet, then please go to

[Citizendium-l] the last 7 hours to vote!

2011-06-17 Thread tahiti
THIS IS AN OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT. DO NOT REPLY, SINCE THIS EMAIL LIST IS INTENDED ONLY FOR ANNOUNCEMENTS, NOT DISCUSSIONS. All, As the banner at the top of all of the CZ pages says, voting will end on June 17th. Right now in GMT time we're already into the 18th of June. But here in Tucson,

[Citizendium-l] the upcoming elections

2012-05-02 Thread tahiti
Hi Anton, I've been asked by Dan if I would serve on the election committee -- before I give him a definitive answer, I would like to know if you would serve again also? If you'll join me, I'll definitely say yes All the best, Hayford ___

Re: [Citizendium-l] the upcoming elections

2012-05-02 Thread tahiti
Hi Matt, Yes, that was a mistake -- I *thought* that I was Replying to Anton. I then sent it to his *real* address Sorry, Hayford At 04:33 PM 02-05-12, you wrote: Hayford, I'm not sure this is the list you were wanting to post this message on. Matt On 5/2/12,

[Citizendium-l] nomination time, the first step in the elections, is over

2012-06-04 Thread tahiti
All, The period for nominating candidates to the various posts and for proposing referenda ended about 18 minutes ago. I will check the nominations and proposals and announce the results tomorrow. Hayford Peirce, member of the Election Committee

[Citizendium-l] nominations for the Management Council and Managing Editor

2012-06-04 Thread tahiti
Ten people were nominated to be on the ballot for the Management Council. All 10 of them either declined to accept the nomination or did not acknowledge the nomination. The Management Council is now considering what steps should be taken next. Six people were nominated to be on the ballot

[Citizendium-l] a fourth and final Referendum has been added to the June Election ballot

2012-06-08 Thread tahiti
All, A fourth Referendum, proposed by the Editorial Council, has been added to the Election ballot. The final ballot can now be read at: http://en.citizendium.org/wiki/User:ElectionJune2012http://en.citizendium.org/wiki/User:ElectionJune2012 Hayford Peirce, member of the Election

[Citizendium-l] voting for the June elections will be starting shortly

2012-06-10 Thread tahiti
All, Voting will begin in a few hours at midnight of June 10th, UTC. Please go to the Voting section of the Election page at: http://en.citizendium.org/wiki/User:ElectionJune2012#Votinghttp://en.citizendium.org/wiki/User:ElectionJune2012#Voting and cast your ballot. It is important that

[Citizendium-l] Voting has begun for the June elections

2012-06-10 Thread tahiti
All, Voting has now begun for the June elections. Please go to the Voting section of the Election page at: http://en.citizendium.org/wiki/User:ElectionJune2012#Votinghttp://en.citizendium.org/wiki/User:ElectionJune2012#Voting and cast your ballot. It is important that as many Citizens as

[Citizendium-l] voting ends in 24 hours!

2012-06-16 Thread tahiti
All, It's 5:00pm here in Tucson, and at this time tomorrow the election voting will end. A lot of you have already voted, but a lot of you *haven't* -- including a number of very active authors who are daily contributing to the project! Please take an additional moment and cast your

[Citizendium-l] the Election balloting is concluded

2012-06-17 Thread tahiti
All, It is now 00:00 Coordinated Universal Time and the election is over. The results will be announced within the next two days. Hayford Peirce, Chairman of the Election Committee ___ Citizendium-l mailing list Citizendium-l@lists.purdue.edu

[Citizendium-l] the results of the June Election

2012-06-18 Thread tahiti
All, The Election Committee has now certified the results of the tallying: Twenty-eight Citizens cast valid ballots. One ballot was received after voting closed and was not counted. Anthony Sebastian was elected Managing Editor with 19 yays, 7 abstentions, and 2 spoiled ballots.