MZMcBride, 26/03/2014 01:40:
we shouldn't allow a heavily advertised discussion alone sway what we feel is important to focus on
I agree. In fact, as said yesterday, the WMF board could well refuse to discuss the ToU amendment if they feel it's not worth it. https://meta.wikimedia.org/?diff=prev&oldid=7954604 The same holds true for all the many topics some vocal or less vocal (groups of) persons ask the WMF board to do something about, of course. As long as it's clearly and transparently communicated what was included in or excluded from the agenda, there's nothing strange. A collegial body must have its own priorities and focus on those.
Nemo