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commit 79302e34acd4486e86ce89f8cfd840f48592ba7c
Author: Andrew Wetmore <an...@cottage14.com>
AuthorDate: Fri Dec 4 09:58:51 2020 -0400

    Update voting.md
    
    minor text edits. In the original, passive voice obscures who does what in a couple of places.
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 source/committers/voting.md | 20 ++++++++++----------
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diff --git a/source/committers/voting.md b/source/committers/voting.md
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@@ -3,29 +3,29 @@ title: Voting
 ---
 
 Occasionally a "feel" for consensus is not enough. Sometimes we need to 
-have a measurable consensus. For example, when voting in new committers or 
+have a measurable consensus, for example, when voting to invite new committers or 
 to approve a release. 
 
 ## Preparing for a Vote
 
-Before calling a vote it is important to ensure that the community is given time to
-discuss the upcoming vote. This will be done by posting an email to the list
+Before calling a vote it is important to ensure that the community has time to
+discuss the issue before voting. To do this, post an email to the list
 indicating the intention to call a vote and the options available. By the time
-a vote is called there should already be [consensus in the community][1]. The vote 
-itself is, normally, a formality.
+a vote takes place there usually is [consensus in the community][1] on what path to take. The vote 
+itself is, normally, a formality; however, it is important as part of the record of the decisions of the PMC and the development of the project.
 
 ## Calling a Vote
 
-Once it is time to call the vote a mail is posted with a subject starting 
-with **[VOTE]**. This enables the community members to ensure they do not miss
-an important vote thread. It also indicates that this is not consensus building
+Once it is time to call the vote, the proposer or a member of the PMC posts an email with the subject line starting 
+with **[VOTE]**. This helps community members not miss
+an important vote thread. It also indicates that this is not a consensus-building conversation
 but a formal vote.
 
 ### Casting Your Vote
 
 The notation used in voting is:
 
-  - +1 Yes I agree 
+  - +1 Yes, I agree 
   -  0 I have no strong opinion 
   - -1 I object on the following grounds
 
@@ -33,4 +33,4 @@ If you object you must support your objection and provide an alternative course
 of action that you are willing and able to implement (where appropriate).
 
 
-  [1]: /committers/consensusBuilding.mdtext
\ No newline at end of file
+  [1]: /committers/consensusBuilding.mdtext