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<div><FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> The proposed TownTalk election policy is really just 3 paragraphs long, namely:</FONT></div>
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<FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> </FONT><div><FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> 1. No electioneering will be allowed on a town sponsored email list by anyone except as specified in these rules. Negative attacks shall not be allowed.</FONT></div>
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<FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> </FONT><div><FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> 2. Candidates may make one TownTalk post announcing their candidacy and positions. This post may contain self-promoting statements. This post may endorse other candidates but shall not speak against any person or candidate. This post may include contact information including references to web sites.</FONT></div>
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<FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> </FONT><div><FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> 3. Candidates may also make other posts to TownTalk that do not contain electioneering. They may participate in discussions on topics and issues but shall not mention any of the following: 1) the election, 2) that they are a candidate, 3) other candidates directly or indirectly.</FONT></div>
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<FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> </FONT><div><FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> The rest of the document just deals with procedure for the email list administrator.</FONT></div>
<div><FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> And is aimed at having the policy implemented in a fair and even manner.</FONT></div>
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<FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> </FONT><div><FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> This policy and procedure was a consensus. There were many concerns voiced, as an example, it was worried that TownTalk could get so many emails that people will drop off the list. Along with many other opposing view points that were put forward. While the policy does not meet any one person's preferences, it does address the issue in a reasonable manner. It will be fairly easy to evolve with time. Your suggestions are always welcomed. </FONT></div>
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<FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> </FONT><div><FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> This email election policy will be discussed and voted on at tonight's meeting.</FONT></div>
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<FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> </FONT><div><FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> Hope to see you there.</FONT></div>
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<FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> </FONT><div><FONT FACE="Arial" SIZE=3> Rob</FONT></div>
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