Re: lack of candidates 2026 leader election

Devan Mardyks <[email protected]> wrote on 18/03/2026 at 21:54:04+0100:

> I'm concerned by the lack of candidates in the 2026 leader elections
> and disagree with denying potential candidates based on constitutional
> deadlines. Given the circumstances of a single candidate being
> guaranteed the position and the voting process now being pointless,
> exceptions should be made to restore a semblance of democratic values
> to the process.

Hello,

It is the point of a foundational document to define guidelines for the
community to adhere to and to have a reasonable framework.

If the people contributing to the project with a vote power deem it
necessary, the Constitution could be amended, but until then either we
abide or there is no point assembling and following a ruleset we set
together.

IoW, even if inconvenient and suboptimal, there will be one candidate
for this year, except if NotA wins (in which case another election will
be started).

Bests,
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PEB

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