Wikipedia:Arbitration Committee Elections December 2007/Candidate statements/Monsieurdl

Monsieurdl

 * Why someone who is a non-administrator? I'll tell you why.


 * The major issue is backlog. Why are these cases being backlogged? Some may say invariably that it is due to a small amount of members on the Committee, but I say it is more complicated than that. Many editors on here have overextended themselves by being involved in so many different things that arbitration is but one part of their responsiblity, and that is a bad thing. To arbitrate effectively, you must be committed to this work and be free to do the job right. This is what I bring to the table here- clearing the backlogs and getting things done properly with efficiency and competency.


 * You have to be a diplomat. Diplomacy requires the ability to bring cold, precise facts to the arbitration while being human at the same time. How many times have you brought something to talk only to be given a succinct statement or a brushoff? This is unacceptable- we are all people, and the human touch with reason is crucial. I have that capability to provide the essential balance required.


 * Because I care, not because of prestige. I actually care about what goes on in Wikipedia and am not looking for an overall "powers that be" mega-Wikipedian status. Too often times the power of the position is the primary goal of people because they feel they can further themselves. By choosing me for this committee, you get an editor that has the best interest of the site at heart- knowledge. If I don't know something, I admit it and I research.


 * Thank you for taking the time to read this, and please ask me anything you like. Monsieurdl 16:57, 1 November 2007 (UTC)

'''I have decided to officially concede the election. Please view my voting talk page for my concession statements. I truly thank all of you who gave me constructive criticism and those who took the time to give me a fair chance. Thank you!'''


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