Originally Posted by
tcook052
While I do see their purpose ultimately I'd like to see the abstention option done away with altogether as I also think TBers should be expected to form an opinion in the months most topics are tossed around and the weeks a ballot is open once a motion is made and seconded.
The next best thing IMHO would be to limit the number of abstentions each member can make per term.
This is the position I favour, and until this is on the ballot I will be voting No to other changes. The reasons you give are exactly those that I hold - don't stand if you don't have an opinion, and if you don't have an opinion I have a spare one I can lend you.
