- From: Shelley Powers <shelley.just@gmail.com>
- Date: Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:20:50 -0500
- To: Jens Meiert <jens@meiert.com>
- Cc: public-html@w3.org
On Mon, Jun 29, 2009 at 11:09 AM, Jens Meiert<jens@meiert.com> wrote: > Disclaimer: This is a personal note, intentionally not calling out any names. > > With recent threads I started wondering if there is a chance that > people could focus more on providing the Working Group and the editor > with feedback that is targeted and constructive, ideally including > data to support key points? > > I am especially concerned about the tone in certain discussions. It > seems some—admittedly: less than two—people on the list disrespect > members of the Working Group in such a way that the substance of their > mails borders personal attacks. > > Recognizing some passion in these contributions too I think that > focusing on things that matter could go a long way. Waiting a moment > before replying, taking the time to check if messages could be > misunderstood in any way, and disagreeing appropriately [1] may all be > things that are useful. > > > Thanks, > Jens. > > > [1] http://www.paulgraham.com/disagree.html > > -- > Jens Meiert > http://meiert.com/en/ > > I have to assume since this follows closely on David Hyatt's question about my tone that this is directed towards me. I thus seek clarification: are you addressing this to me? Shelley
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