RE: Shaping the Future of ICP-2: Community Input Extended to December 2024

["Howard, Lee via NANOG" <nanog () nanog org>]

They do not meet the dictionary definition of "cartel."
1: a written agreement between belligerent nations
2: a combination of independent commercial or industrial enterprises designed to limit competition or fix prices
3: a combination of political groups for common action
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cartel

"Cartel" is a pretty pejorative term to apply to non-profit organizations providing a coordination service (ensuring 
uniqueness).

Probably also time to note some of NANOG's list guidelines:
1. Posts to NANOG’s Mailing List should be focused on operational and technical content only, as described by the NANOG 
Bylaws.
8. Posts of a political, philosophical, or legal nature are prohibited.

We may be off topic.

Lee

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From: William Herrin <bill () herrin us>
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To: Howard, Lee <LeeHoward () hilcostreambank com>
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Subject: Re: Shaping the Future of ICP-2: Community Input Extended to December 2024

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On Mon, Nov 18, 2024 at 2:46 PM Howard, Lee <LeeHoward () hilcostreambank com> wrote:
> What problem are you trying to solve?

Clarity.

Good, bad or indifferent, the RIRs are a cartel of geographic monopolies. As we talk about what they should be 
tomorrow, it's helpful to understand what they are today.

Regards,
Bill Herrin


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