Debra:

No comment? ICANN has asked for comment. 
Actually if you are saying that there was really no need for a public comment in this case, I agree with you. The public comment is part of the Board's way of attempting to find a rationalization for not dealing with this issue. But even so, we need to comment to that effect. 

Avri is right, NCSG EC operates on full consensus, but do keep in mind that one-person or one-org blockage of a position that has widespread support among noncommercials could lead to similar behaviors by other EC members in order situations. 

--MM

> 
> If this comment is intended to be comment submitted by the NCSG, then
> please let the record reflect that I cannot endorse filing any comment
> on this issue.
> 
> Debbie
> 
> Debra Y. Hughes, Senior Counsel
> American Red Cross