On 3/21/13 8:23 AM, Martin Rex wrote: > As I understand and see it, the IESG is running IETF processes, > is mentoring IETF processes (towards WG Chairs, BOFs, individuals > with complaints/appeals), and is trying to keep an eye on the > overall architecture, and put togethe the pieces from reviews > they obtain from their trusted reviewers, such as directorates. They also gatekeep the work. If they don't believe that something is a problem, whether it because it's outside of the experience or expertise, or it really isn't a problem, it doesn't get chartered, it doesn't get sponsored, and it doesn't get published. If everybody serving that gatekeeper function comes from a similar background (western white guy working for a large manufacturer) it's going to tend to create certain biases in the work that's taken on. Melinda