Re: What is the IETF? -- A note of caution

[Dave Crocker]

>At 09:49 AM 12/15/00 -0500, John C Klensin wrote:
>where
>we work and what we do in our day jobs inevitably impacts our
>experience and perspective.

and

At 09:40 AM 12/15/00 -0800, Fred Baker wrote:
>I mention the corporate relationships of the Area Directors for a very 
>simple reason. I think the companies that contribute the time of their 
>employees to this activity are worthy of note.


These two statements cover the issue thoroughly, for me.

I believe our community is mature enough and independent enough to be 
capable of appreciating the contributions and noting the perspectives, 
without being unduly influenced during decision-making.

d/


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