Roy Orbison was certain that it was The End in his classic 1964 song 'It's Over'. When it comes to meetings, however, it's not always over when we think it is. My January blog post.
#robertsrulesoforder #parliamentaryprocedure #governance
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#robertsrulesoforder #parliamentaryprocedure #governance
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When Reaching the End Doesn't Quite Mean It's Over
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
January 20, 2026 at 3:39 PM
Roy Orbison was certain that it was The End in his classic 1964 song 'It's Over'. When it comes to meetings, however, it's not always over when we think it is. My January blog post.
#robertsrulesoforder #parliamentaryprocedure #governance
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#robertsrulesoforder #parliamentaryprocedure #governance
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Call your senators and ask specific questions that put them in the position of either working to slow the machine, or lie to you. They need to lead or get out of the freaking way.
#ParliamentaryProcedure #SenateRules
#SenstorsDoYourJob
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#ParliamentaryProcedure #SenateRules
#SenstorsDoYourJob
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Venezuela, the Failure of the Democrats, and the History of Resistance
YouTube video by Tad Stoermer
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January 10, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Call your senators and ask specific questions that put them in the position of either working to slow the machine, or lie to you. They need to lead or get out of the freaking way.
#ParliamentaryProcedure #SenateRules
#SenstorsDoYourJob
youtube.com/watch?v=UoR8...
#ParliamentaryProcedure #SenateRules
#SenstorsDoYourJob
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My final blog post of 2025: a completely expanded and more comprehensive article (than the 2022 original) on how to prepare, approve and amend an agenda using #RobertsRulesOfOrder. #robertsrules #governance #parliamentaryprocedure
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michaelmouritsen.ca/blog/f/prepa...
Preparing, Approving and Amending an Agenda
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
December 29, 2025 at 7:47 PM
My final blog post of 2025: a completely expanded and more comprehensive article (than the 2022 original) on how to prepare, approve and amend an agenda using #RobertsRulesOfOrder. #robertsrules #governance #parliamentaryprocedure
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michaelmouritsen.ca/blog/f/prepa...
My November blog post: what's a resolution, is it different from a motion, and how many 'whereas' clauses are permitted in the preamble? #robertsrulesoforder #parliamentaryprocedure
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michaelmouritsen.ca/blog/f/resol...
Resolved: That We Use 'Whereas' Sparingly
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
November 11, 2025 at 7:08 PM
My November blog post: what's a resolution, is it different from a motion, and how many 'whereas' clauses are permitted in the preamble? #robertsrulesoforder #parliamentaryprocedure
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michaelmouritsen.ca/blog/f/resol...
Some secretaries of organizations take offence when members propose corrections to the minutes. Get over it - the minutes of a meeting belong to the members, not the secretary. My October blog post. #robertsrules #parliamentaryprocedure #governance
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The Secretary Does Not Own the Minutes
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
October 20, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Some secretaries of organizations take offence when members propose corrections to the minutes. Get over it - the minutes of a meeting belong to the members, not the secretary. My October blog post. #robertsrules #parliamentaryprocedure #governance
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2/5 Radhakrishnan stressed dignity, discipline & decorum are 🔑 for the Upper House. Dialogue, debate & discussion are vital tenets of 🇮🇳 democracy! 🗣️ He highlighted Zero Hour, Question Hour as crucial tools. #ParliamentaryProcedure #Democracy
October 7, 2025 at 10:26 PM
2/5 Radhakrishnan stressed dignity, discipline & decorum are 🔑 for the Upper House. Dialogue, debate & discussion are vital tenets of 🇮🇳 democracy! 🗣️ He highlighted Zero Hour, Question Hour as crucial tools. #ParliamentaryProcedure #Democracy
It's September, and time to return to writing my monthly blog posts on parliamentary procedure. Here is this month's contribution: if you want to challenge the results of a vote on a motion, you have to act quickly! #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrules
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Challenging a Vote? Be Quick About It!
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
September 2, 2025 at 3:16 PM
It's September, and time to return to writing my monthly blog posts on parliamentary procedure. Here is this month's contribution: if you want to challenge the results of a vote on a motion, you have to act quickly! #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrules
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A lively discussion on parliamentary procedures sparked at the Lakeville Town Meeting, emphasizing the weight of governance in shaping community decisions.
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#MA #LakevilleGovernance #CitizenPortal #ParliamentaryProcedure #CommunityEngagement
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#MA #LakevilleGovernance #CitizenPortal #ParliamentaryProcedure #CommunityEngagement
Lakeville Town Meeting Reviews Warrant Procedures and Introduces Key Officials
Town officials introduce themselves and discuss warrant procedures at Lakeville meeting.
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August 13, 2025 at 5:24 AM
A lively discussion on parliamentary procedures sparked at the Lakeville Town Meeting, emphasizing the weight of governance in shaping community decisions.
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#MA #LakevilleGovernance #CitizenPortal #ParliamentaryProcedure #CommunityEngagement
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#MA #LakevilleGovernance #CitizenPortal #ParliamentaryProcedure #CommunityEngagement
In Parliament, epistemic gatekeeping decides what evidence gets through — and what never sees daylight.
Conflicts of interest make that gate even narrower.
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#EpistemicGatekeeping #UKPolitics #ParliamentaryProcedure #ConflictOfInterest
Conflicts of interest make that gate even narrower.
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#EpistemicGatekeeping #UKPolitics #ParliamentaryProcedure #ConflictOfInterest
When the Gatekeepers Hold the Keys
Conflict of Interest and the Education Select Committee
pkahl.substack.com
August 11, 2025 at 4:46 PM
In Parliament, epistemic gatekeeping decides what evidence gets through — and what never sees daylight.
Conflicts of interest make that gate even narrower.
pkahl.substack.com/p/when-the-g...
#EpistemicGatekeeping #UKPolitics #ParliamentaryProcedure #ConflictOfInterest
Conflicts of interest make that gate even narrower.
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#EpistemicGatekeeping #UKPolitics #ParliamentaryProcedure #ConflictOfInterest
3/ ... can be tracked down, arrested, and forcibly returned - IF they are within the legislative body's jurisdiction. If they are physically outside the state, as in Texas, not much can be done to compel their return. #RobertsRules #ParliamentaryProcedure #Governance #Texas
August 5, 2025 at 3:12 PM
3/ ... can be tracked down, arrested, and forcibly returned - IF they are within the legislative body's jurisdiction. If they are physically outside the state, as in Texas, not much can be done to compel their return. #RobertsRules #ParliamentaryProcedure #Governance #Texas
A mid-Summer post from the past: what is a question of privilege? #robertsrulesoforder #parliamentaryprocedure #governance
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Raising a Question of Privilege
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
July 28, 2025 at 2:15 PM
A mid-Summer post from the past: what is a question of privilege? #robertsrulesoforder #parliamentaryprocedure #governance
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6/8 House rules required Kurek to wait 30 days after his election was posted in the Canada Gazette before he could actually step down. This procedural requirement explains the timing of the resignation and byelection call.
#HouseRules #ParliamentaryProcedure
#HouseRules #ParliamentaryProcedure
June 30, 2025 at 5:02 PM
6/8 House rules required Kurek to wait 30 days after his election was posted in the Canada Gazette before he could actually step down. This procedural requirement explains the timing of the resignation and byelection call.
#HouseRules #ParliamentaryProcedure
#HouseRules #ParliamentaryProcedure
Yes, hostile amendments are allowed, just like hostile debate! A companion piece to last year's post on friendly amendments. Taking a break for Summer; back in September. My website, however, is on duty 24/7 - check it out. #robertsrules #parliamentaryprocedure
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Handling a Hostile Amendment
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
June 18, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Yes, hostile amendments are allowed, just like hostile debate! A companion piece to last year's post on friendly amendments. Taking a break for Summer; back in September. My website, however, is on duty 24/7 - check it out. #robertsrules #parliamentaryprocedure
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5/12 MPs must also select an Official Opposition leader, as Poilievre cannot serve in this role without a seat in Parliament. A Conservative source indicated this vote might not occur during Tuesday's gathering.
#CDNpoli #OfficialOpposition #ParliamentaryProcedure
#CDNpoli #OfficialOpposition #ParliamentaryProcedure
May 2, 2025 at 5:44 PM
5/12 MPs must also select an Official Opposition leader, as Poilievre cannot serve in this role without a seat in Parliament. A Conservative source indicated this vote might not occur during Tuesday's gathering.
#CDNpoli #OfficialOpposition #ParliamentaryProcedure
#CDNpoli #OfficialOpposition #ParliamentaryProcedure
Let’s see how well crowdsourcing works here: I’m looking for info on how to use parliamentary procedure to advance social justice, especially in places where it has traditionally been used to exclude and silence people from marginalized groups #socialjustice #governance #parliamentaryprocedure
March 29, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Let’s see how well crowdsourcing works here: I’m looking for info on how to use parliamentary procedure to advance social justice, especially in places where it has traditionally been used to exclude and silence people from marginalized groups #socialjustice #governance #parliamentaryprocedure
Use your #hashtags, so #information spreads #️⃣ by topic
#Canada 🍁 #CDNpoli 🍁 #Civics
#HouseOfCommons #procedure
#Robert’sRules 🍁 #ParliamentaryProcedure
#ParliamentarySystem 🍁
#CanadaIsNotARepublic 🇨🇦
#Canada 🍁 #CDNpoli 🍁 #Civics
#HouseOfCommons #procedure
#Robert’sRules 🍁 #ParliamentaryProcedure
#ParliamentarySystem 🍁
#CanadaIsNotARepublic 🇨🇦
March 15, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Use your #hashtags, so #information spreads #️⃣ by topic
#Canada 🍁 #CDNpoli 🍁 #Civics
#HouseOfCommons #procedure
#Robert’sRules 🍁 #ParliamentaryProcedure
#ParliamentarySystem 🍁
#CanadaIsNotARepublic 🇨🇦
#Canada 🍁 #CDNpoli 🍁 #Civics
#HouseOfCommons #procedure
#Robert’sRules 🍁 #ParliamentaryProcedure
#ParliamentarySystem 🍁
#CanadaIsNotARepublic 🇨🇦
My latest blog post on how the chair of a meeting, by using his or her 'soft power', can speed things up. #robertsrulesoforder #parliamentaryprocedure #governance #boards #meetings
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How the Chair Can 'Speed Up' a Meeting
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
March 13, 2025 at 8:19 PM
My latest blog post on how the chair of a meeting, by using his or her 'soft power', can speed things up. #robertsrulesoforder #parliamentaryprocedure #governance #boards #meetings
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The Speaker of the US House of Representatives was re-elected on the first ballot during a rollcall after two members changed their votes. What does #RobertsRulesOfOrder say about changing votes in meetings of your organization?
#Governance #ParliamentaryProcedure
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#Governance #ParliamentaryProcedure
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Can You Change Your Vote in a Meeting?
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
January 27, 2025 at 6:54 PM
The Speaker of the US House of Representatives was re-elected on the first ballot during a rollcall after two members changed their votes. What does #RobertsRulesOfOrder say about changing votes in meetings of your organization?
#Governance #ParliamentaryProcedure
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#Governance #ParliamentaryProcedure
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I get questions about nominations - here are some answers! #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder #governance #boards #meetings #schoolboards #municipalities #unions #elections
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michaelmouritsen.ca/blog/f/quest...
Questions About Nominations
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
January 3, 2025 at 4:39 PM
I get questions about nominations - here are some answers! #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder #governance #boards #meetings #schoolboards #municipalities #unions #elections
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Sometimes, secret meetings are necessary. #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder #governance #boards #meetings
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Confidentiality in Meetings
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
January 2, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Sometimes, secret meetings are necessary. #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder #governance #boards #meetings
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Every organization should have a conflict of interest policy so members know what to do when their personal interests conflict with those of the organization. #parliamentaryprocedure #conflictofinterest #robertsrulesoforder #governance #boards #unions
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Conflicting Views on Conflict of Interest
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
December 31, 2024 at 5:34 PM
Every organization should have a conflict of interest policy so members know what to do when their personal interests conflict with those of the organization. #parliamentaryprocedure #conflictofinterest #robertsrulesoforder #governance #boards #unions
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You don't need to include 'business arising from the minutes' on your meeting agendas. #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder #governance #boards #meetings
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michaelmouritsen.ca/blog/f/dont-...
Don't Include 'Business Arising from the Minutes' on Your Agendas
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
December 30, 2024 at 4:42 PM
You don't need to include 'business arising from the minutes' on your meeting agendas. #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder #governance #boards #meetings
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michaelmouritsen.ca/blog/f/dont-...
Answers to common questions about quorum. #governance #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder
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michaelmouritsen.ca/blog/f/quest...
Questions about Quorum
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
November 16, 2024 at 7:32 PM
Answers to common questions about quorum. #governance #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder
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michaelmouritsen.ca/blog/f/quest...
Why do people get so obsessed with close or tied votes?
#governance #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder #voting
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#governance #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder #voting
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Legitimacy of Tied or Close Votes
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
November 16, 2024 at 7:31 PM
Why do people get so obsessed with close or tied votes?
#governance #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder #voting
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#governance #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder #voting
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Secret ballots can be used for votes on motions, not just in elections. #governance #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder
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michaelmouritsen.ca/blog/f/secre...
Secret Ballots - Not Just for Elections
By Michael Mouritsen, RP
michaelmouritsen.ca
November 16, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Secret ballots can be used for votes on motions, not just in elections. #governance #parliamentaryprocedure #robertsrulesoforder
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