BabbsJohnson Posted August 15, 2019 at 02:26 AM Report Share Posted August 15, 2019 at 02:26 AM If one of my fellow board members had broken down crying in a recent meeting, and when apologizing for it, told us she had a health issue that was adversely affecting her, would it be a violation of decorum if I asked aloud if she could be removed from the board for having such a health issue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Harrison Posted August 15, 2019 at 02:57 AM Report Share Posted August 15, 2019 at 02:57 AM It would definitely be rude but whether it violated decorum depends on the circumstances. I can think of cases where while such an inquiry would be very tasteless it would (if properly asked) be a valid question which would not (in my opinion) violate decorum. In addition, the Board should be wary about removing someone simply because of him or her having a disability because that can cause them a whole new set of problems beyond what they currently may be dealing with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BabbsJohnson Posted August 15, 2019 at 03:33 AM Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2019 at 03:33 AM (edited) 13 hours ago, Chris Harrison said: It would definitely be rude but whether it violated decorum depends on the circumstances. I can think of cases where while such an inquiry would be very tasteless it would (if properly asked) be a valid question which would not (in my opinion) violate decorum. In addition, the Board should be wary about removing someone simply because of him or her having a disability because that can cause them a whole new set of problems beyond what they currently may be dealing with. Perhaps. Edited August 15, 2019 at 04:04 PM by .oOllXllOo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BananasForBreakfast Posted August 18, 2019 at 01:06 AM Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 at 01:06 AM On 8/14/2019 at 7:26 PM, .oOllXllOo. said: If one of my fellow board members had broken down crying in a recent meeting, and when apologizing for it, told us she had a health issue that was adversely affecting her, would it be a violation of decorum if I asked aloud if she could be removed from the board for having such a health issue? Where I come from, that’s toeing up to lawsuit territory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. J. Posted August 18, 2019 at 03:20 AM Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 at 03:20 AM On 8/14/2019 at 10:26 PM, BabbsJohnson said: If one of my fellow board members had broken down crying in a recent meeting, and when apologizing for it, told us she had a health issue that was adversely affecting her, would it be a violation of decorum if I asked aloud if she could be removed from the board for having such a health issue? Are you talking about removed from the meeting or from the board? Someone crying loudly, wailing, could violate decorum, if it disturbs the assembly (p. 394, ll.12-22). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BabbsJohnson Posted August 18, 2019 at 03:34 AM Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 at 03:34 AM 7 minutes ago, J. J. said: Are you talking about removed from the meeting or from the board? Someone crying loudly, wailing, could violate decorum, if it disturbs the assembly (p. 394, ll.12-22). From the board. I don't think she was trying to disturb anyone, but just the same. She always has some excuse. My dog just died. My mom just died. My husband left me. I lost my job. I lost my car. I have cancer... It's always something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. J. Posted August 18, 2019 at 03:38 AM Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 at 03:38 AM 1 minute ago, BabbsJohnson said: From the board. I don't think she was trying to disturb anyone, but just the same. She always has some excuse. My dog just died. My mom just died. My husband left me. I lost my job. I lost my car. I have cancer... It's always something. Well, first the board may not have the authority to remove anyone. Second, you will look completely heartless if you raise the question, unless the person's action is disruptive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Zev Posted August 18, 2019 at 08:04 AM Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 at 08:04 AM If you had to make a choice what would you keep and what would you discard; this bundle of never-ending excuses and sociopathic behavior, or your contribution to the well-being of the society? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BabbsJohnson Posted August 18, 2019 at 04:56 PM Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2019 at 04:56 PM 8 hours ago, Guest Zev said: If you had to make a choice what would you keep and what would you discard; this bundle of never-ending excuses and sociopathic behavior, or your contribution to the well-being of the society? I’m not sure I understand your question. Are you asking if I could dispose of the person who has cried a few times, would I? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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