> But I do not believe that the concept of an RFC Editor that is > independent of the IETF is a sustainable model at this time. > > Harald I think a degree of independence is an important part of the checks and balances that have been established and is necessary to attract a person of the stature needed to continue the role of the RFC Series as the canonical documents that define the Internet. If we consolidate too much, we cease to be an association of individuals working together to produce a rough consensus and working code and begin to resemble a corporate hierarchy. Carl _______________________________________________ Ietf@xxxxxxxx https://www1.ietf.org/mailman/listinfo/ietf