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Originally Posted by DotXXX
I think it?s possible that you partly misunderstand the purpose of IFFOR.
.XXX is a sponsored top level domain (sTLD), as opposed to a generic top level domain (gTLD).
From IFFOR?s website: (and in a quote for the tl;dr crowd)
In other words, IFFOR is first, required to exist as an independent entity, per ICANN, as the sponsor for ICMRegistry, and second, is the representative voice for the sponsored community. So while ?protecting children? is indeed one of the policy goals stated in IFFOR?s charter, it isn?t the ONLY goal, nor is it the entirety of its purpose. (You can find IFFOR?s policy goals on the main page of their website and the current policies under the policies link, under baseline policies.)
I hope that clarifies things somewhat, but if not, I?ll keep trying!
I can assure you that I am entirely sincere, and I appreciate your not making that a ?personal? statement. I also realize that there is a combination of a lot of negativity, and a distinct lack of information, which is part of why I?m here. We recognize the need for straight answers to legitimate questions, away from distinctly impersonal press releases and without the spin and drama that surrounds panels and debates. Because honestly ? who doesn?t want to bring the popcorn and anticipate a brawl when attending a panel entitled .XXX Smackdown?  |
saying "protecting the children" is just my shorthand, as most people here including myself are aware of what IFFOR's intended purpose is.
again, and unfortunately, your reply doesn't clarify much, just seem to be dodging and moving tangentially away from explaining how this:
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unless the Board determines that the Supplemental Recommendation is not consistent with the Charter and this corporation?s mission
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doesn't mean that ICM has the final say so or "veto" on a recommendation. so i stand by my original post. iit still seems that IFFOR isn't as "separate" of an entity as it intends to be, and i still interpret the bylaws to mean that ICM has the power to ignore anything that they see fit. and since lawley is still at the helm of ICM, him stepping down from IFFOR means little.
BUT.... I admit that the cozy relationship of these two entities makes little difference in the long run. I don't have any .xxx domains and have no intentions on buying. Even if I did it still would be of little consequence. I just see the HUGE conflict of interest this would cause if we were to all be forced onto .xxx domains. If that day comes I'll be beating the drum again.