[lac-discuss-en] Nomination of the LACRALO representative to the ALAC

[Chris LaHatte]

I think you need to understand the role of the Ombudsman in this situation. I 
do not have judicial authority to rule on whether or not an election was fair 
or not. My jurisdiction is limited to issues of fairness within the ICANN 
community. So if something occurs during the course of an election which is 
unfair, then I do have the power to investigate and recommend changes. I 
cannot order anything to be done. I only ever suggest that something be 
changed. In the context of the first election, where there was a dispute over 
the fairness, the only alternative was to run the election again. That was my 
recommendation, although I believe it was generally accepted, albeit 
reluctantly, as the best way to review what had happened.



In terms of representation of the Caribbean constituency, there is clearly a 
divide between the different groups as to representation. It would not be 
appropriate for me to comment on an ongoing process, until the process is 
completed. If the process was again found to be unfair, I could then recommend 
some further action. I am always ready to try to mediate between the different 
groups so that instead of the present distrust and disharmony, LACRALO could 
address some of the significant issues such as the IANA transition and 
accountability.



But of members of the constituency think I should be doing something else, 
then please reach out to me, in confidence if you wish.



Regards



Chris LaHatte

Ombudsman

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Webpage http://www.icann.org/en/help/ombudsman





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