Hi, On 22 Jan 2013, at 13:49, Milton L Mueller wrote: > How do either of the two candidates view the question of an independent review system, or more broadly the role of a "judicial branch" in ICANN's governance structure? I am personally surprised the Independent Review Panel mechanisms have been use so rarely. I would like to understand why. I think it is important, and though I understand that California law prohibits binding decisions, I think it a reasonable expectation that the board should adhere to their decisions. I think it is important that it be independent. I don't see it as a judicial branch, with all the baggage that brings, but do see it as an adjudicating mechanism. In terms of appeals mechanisms (judicial system) in general, I have doubts as to how well such necessary mechanisms work at ICANN. Thanks avri