Posted by Commodore Calé Reilly (Election Coodinator) in Questions for the Candidates - Drama

Posted by Commodore Calé Reilly (Election Coodinator) in Questions for the Candidates - Drama

Posted by Fleet Captain Jerome Davis (Presidential Candidate) in Questions for the Candidates - Drama
Posted by… suppressed (3) by the Post Ghost! 👻
These are hypothetical questions for all candidates.

1. Let’s say it’s a couple months from now and you’re either the President or Vice President. Someone approaches you explaining that they’ve found themselves in the middle of drama between members, at least some of which has to do with people disagreeing as they attempt to work with each other in the roles they have in STF’s government. The person says they’re tired of all the bickering and it’s just not worth it, but they don’t have any idea how to start making it better. How do you respond to this person and what actions do you take?

2. Same question, only you’re not an executive. If you would respond differently and take different actions than you answered above, what would you do?

Adam W.

Hey Adam,

This was a great question that, sadly, I’ve dealt with many times throughout my time in the club. First and foremost, I think we get too hung up on people being “Executive” or “Flag”… STF, to me this has always been about friends that love writing together while enjoying a unique platform.

I would tackle this issue the way I always have, as a friend (distant or close) that loves being a part of this group. Irregardless (HA! I can finally use that word!) of being an Executive or not, my approach wouldn’t change. I would talk to both involved, as a friend… not someone coming down on the other… and try to unpack whatever issue is between them. Then I would attempt to facilitate discussion between the two and help them work through the issues between them. It doesn’t always work but I think that, as a fellow club member, no matter the position… it’s our duty to try and help our friends work through problems they face. Not because it’s “our job” but because as part of a community it’s just what you do.

Thanks again,
Davis/Sinclair 2020

Jerome,

Isn’t what you said here at odds with what you actually did when you had a dispute with me when I was the President where you started an impeachment proceeding against me? Could you please explain this apparent discrepancy of what you posted above? Like, did I miss something at the time behind the scenes? Or did something largely change since then?

Robert Archer

Posted by… suppressed (3) by the Post Ghost! 👻
These are hypothetical questions for all candidates.

1. Let’s say it’s a couple months from now and you’re either the President or Vice President. Someone approaches you explaining that they’ve found themselves in the middle of drama between members, at least some of which has to do with people disagreeing as they attempt to work with each other in the roles they have in STF’s government. The person says they’re tired of all the bickering and it’s just not worth it, but they don’t have any idea how to start making it better. How do you respond to this person and what actions do you take?

2. Same question, only you’re not an executive. If you would respond differently and take different actions than you answered above, what would you do?

Adam W.

Hey Adam,

This was a great question that, sadly, I’ve dealt with many times throughout my time in the club. First and foremost, I think we get too hung up on people being “Executive” or “Flag”… STF, to me this has always been about friends that love writing together while enjoying a unique platform.

I would tackle this issue the way I always have, as a friend (distant or close) that loves being a part of this group. Irregardless (HA! I can finally use that word!) of being an Executive or not, my approach wouldn’t change. I would talk to both involved, as a friend… not someone coming down on the other… and try to unpack whatever issue is between them. Then I would attempt to facilitate discussion between the two and help them work through the issues between them. It doesn’t always work but I think that, as a fellow club member, no matter the position… it’s our duty to try and help our friends work through problems they face. Not because it’s “our job” but because as part of a community it’s just what you do.

Thanks again,
Davis/Sinclair 2020

Jerome,

Isn’t what you said here at odds with what you actually did when you had a dispute with me when I was the President where you started an impeachment proceeding against me? Could you please explain this apparent discrepancy of what you posted above? Like, did I miss something at the time behind the scenes? Or did something largely change since then?

Robert Archer

Hey Rob,
I am actually glad you brought this up, Rob. As for the particular issue you raise in this question, I feel it appropriate to emphasize that in the situation between you and I during your Presidency, I actually did try to deal with the issue through the standard channels. This includes personal discussions with you. However, in doing so, your communications to me made me feel as if you weren’t listening to me, or giving a full and honest attempt to understand my concerns.

The experiences I have had with you in the role of Executive throughout my time in the club have varied wildly, the result of which is my current slight apprehension that your ability to truly address matters in an unbiased fashion may not be as strong as we need right now. That isnt to say that you can’t, it’s just my experience in some one on one issues you and I have had in the past.

The conflict you are talking about is an example of how you have sometimes, not always by any means, allowed disagreements to progress to a point where people can feel backed into a corner and had no other course than to address the issue by escalating it past you. That is not to say that you do that all the time or are the only one. I’m sure I have done so in the past. But I strive to make sure that I dont do it again.

I do hope this answers your question and equally clarifies why I felt it was an appropriate time for a cultural shift in the leadership corps of this organization, facilitating my decision to both run for President and select one of my closest friends & trusted advisors (in & out of the club) as my Vice.

Thanks,
Jerome

Folks I am officially putting a hold on this branch of this thread for now due to complaints received by members regarding the response.

Adam, your question is perfectly valid and does not infringe on any rules. As such it may continue in separate branches.

Calé
Election coordinator

I am clarifying the reason for the hold on the thread.

Calé

Following discussion I am happy for this thread to continue at this time.

Calé
Election Coordinator