On Thu, 9 Nov 2000, Tim May wrote:
* In a close, nearly-tied election, should a re-vote be allowed?
* In a close sports game, should all potential "fork" decisions (referee calls) be reviewed and the game rolled-back...even hours later? Should critical plays be re-played the next day?
I believe the concept is called 'sudden death'. And yes, if it's a draw then another election (followed by another, by another, etc.) should be called. I see the tie as a indicator of just how uninspiring the candidates really are. ____________________________________________________________________ He is able who thinks he is able. Buddha The Armadillo Group ,::////;::-. James Choate Austin, Tx /:'///// ``::>/|/ ravage@ssz.com www.ssz.com .', |||| `/( e\ 512-451-7087 -====~~mm-'`-```-mm --'- --------------------------------------------------------------------