Thomas Dalton wrote:
Three people
saying that they like an article is not "established
consensus". Moreover, Tony's concerns show that there *isn't* a consensus
that this article should be FA.
Three people saying they like an article *and no-one saying they
don't* is consensus. Generally, it is only necessary to speak up if
you disagree with something. Yes-men serve little purpose in consensus
driven decision making.
To protect a consensus then it is important to make sure that one not
advertise that opinions are being sought. ;-)
I think that your definition of consensus is flexible enough to allow
for the participation of yes-men when it suits your purposes.
There is a difference between consensus and unanimous
assent. One
person objecting, without discussion, does not destroy consensus.
Yes there is a difference. Whether a single objector destroys consensus
depends on the circumstances.
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