I second Niels's views. I have refrained from expressing any opinion about the nominations until the nominations are closed and we are discussing candidate statements. I have always done so. 



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> Niels ten Oever

> Sent: Tuesday, August 2, 2016 10:30 AM

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> Subject: +1's and support

> 

> Dear all,

> 

> Even though I think the regular display of +1's is a signal of mutual support

> and camaraderie. I have the feeling that sometimes it is drowning out other

> discussions about content on the list.

> 

> May I also remind people that the voting happens later, so the candidates

> need your support is even more then.

> 

> I'm greatly looking forward to the statements of the candidates.

> 

> All the best,

> 

> Niels

> 

> 

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