[At-Large] Parting words - So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish

[Wendy Seltzer]

Robert,

We'll miss you and your insights on the ALAC, but I know you'll continue
to work to support individuals' rights and interests online.

Best,
--Wendy

Adam Peake wrote:
> Robert,
> 
> Good luck -- and you're still part of an ALS, right?
> 
> If there are issues you think ALAC should hear about and consider, tell us.
> 
> See you in Egypt...
> 
> Adam
> 
> 
> 
>> A review of my engagement of late has made me realize that due to work
>> commitments it will be challenge for me to focus the time, attention and
>> energy required to actively participate in discussions on the ALAC. As
>> such,
>> I would like to put forward my notice of resignation as the North
>> American
>> RALO rep on the ALAC.
>>
>> While a short notice might be the most preferred option, I thought it
>> appropiate to share my reasons with all of you so you can understand the
>> context as well as the reasons behind my departure.
>>
>> The fact that issues related to freedom of expression, censorship and
>> bottom-up user engagement are being ignored at both regional and global
>> levels at both ALAC and ICANN is  greatly disappointing. This
>> disspointment
>> - and great fustration at times -   has made led  me to shift my activity
>> from an active role to a more passive one. While active at the physical
>> meetings, my engagement of late in the conference calls has been
>> minimal and
>> quite passive.
>>
>> My silience on the lists has led some to believe that I'm not engaged at
>> all. Well, I would beg to differ as  my full-time position does focus on
>> issues of user engagement, internet freedom and internet governance.
>> Engagement is many different thing to different people. But, one thing is
>> clear, my  change in level of engagement, divergent views and different
>> style  has lead to an ongoing private agenda by some to attempt to
>> force me
>> out . Since the Cairo meeting, efforts have entensified. The choice of
>> words
>> in private email exchanges,  have been surprising.
>>
>> So, I prefer to recognize that there is a significant difference of
>> opinion
>> and pass on the opportunity to others .There are far too many other
>> issues
>> of importance that the group should - and must - focus on.
>>
>> I wish you all luck, success - and that we can stay in touch.
>>
>>
>> Yours sincerely,
>>
>> Robert Guerra
>> Managing Director, Privaterra