[Python-Dev] Two small PEP ideas

[Benjamin Peterson]

2010/5/3 Guido van Rossum <guido at python.org>:
> On Mon, May 3, 2010 at 8:57 AM, Barry Warsaw <barry at python.org> wrote:
>> I do think it makes sense for the RM to assume these responsibilities where
>> Guido either can't or doesn't want to make the final decision.  I think it
>> will fairly substantially increase the workload on the RM, so perhaps there
>> are ways to off-load some of the current responsibilities (e.g. updating the
>> website for each release).  I also think that RMs should be term-limited so
>> that we can spread more experience within the community.  And past-RMs can
>> provide a sort of consultation group where contentious decisions can be
>> discussed and advice gathered.

I'm very -1 on the release manager making decisions on PEPs. The RM
right now basically makes a release schedule and cuts releases. The
little power he has is mostly used for rejecting features in the beta
period. This task should not be politicized.



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Regards,
Benjamin