No proposal removing Decentralization shall be enacted.

by 0xbc02db030361121dd43bbb2fcbcb4f9f98c1dc7d (JasonX)

Linked Pre-Proposal

Council formation centralizes power giving too much control to a few individuals

Summary

Establishing a decentralized governance is not simple. Reaching the proper set of equations may require a number of iterations.

We hold this truth to be self-evident, that any such iteration must result in a process which remains decentralized.

Abstract

Abstract

If ever the project enters a state of disarray, faith in decentralization may become swayed. An urge towards more familiar operational structures, such as a governing council, may take place.

But we must always keep the strongest convictions in the core principle of the project. We must make sure to not break away from the purpose at its heart, with any change we may need to bring.

We must remain true to the spirit of Decentraland.

Motivation

Motivation

“Adhere to your purpose and you will soon feel as well as you ever did. On the contrary, if you falter, and give up, you will lose the power of keeping any resolution, and will regret it all your life.” -- Abraham Lincoln.

https://decentraland.org/whitepaper.pdf?page=2

Unlike other virtual worlds and social networks, Decentraland is not controlled by a centralized organization. There is no single agent with the power to modify the […] economics of the currency.

https://decentraland.org/whitepaper2.pdf?page=4

Built with open standards as a public good, it operates beyond the control of any single entity.

Specification

Specification

The following policy is proposed:

• No Proposal removing decentralization shall be enacted.

This should forego such Proposals as ones which would create a Governing Council and/or Executive Arm.

Conclusion

Conclusion

The formation of a council in this context will always be a questionable approach, as it leads to a centralization of power from which there could be no return.

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