On Mar 7, 2008, at 13:54, Jim Grisanzio wrote: > Question for the OGB: Does the "campaign" end on the 10th when > voting begins? Or does it continue during voting to the 24th? Last > year, this caused some (minor) confusion as candidates were > answering questions and/or being interviewed during voting. I'm fine > either way. I just want to know what the consensus is.
The "Campaigning" dates last year were in my view an informal indication rather than a requirement for silence. Looking back at it I don't think it was wise to try to enforce candidate silence last year and I strongly suggest this year we encourage candidates to fully engage throughout the election period. S.
