LXDAO is a decentralized organization, and higher levels of decentralization are our goal. However, the current re-election of LXDAO’s Working Group Leaders may increase the centralization of LXDAO.
Working groups are an important part of maintaining the daily operation of DAO, and they directly participate in important decisions for the DAO, including product and fund decisions. The re-election of Working Group Leaders may lower the quality of decision-making and bring about the following issues:
Higher levels of centralization: This may lead to a concentration of power, limiting the participation and influence of other members and reducing the decentralization of the DAO.
Lack of diversity: Long-term re-election may cause a lack of diversity in the leadership of the DAO, preventing different viewpoints and experiences from being exchanged and colliding, which affects the quality of decision-making and innovation.
Governance risks: This may increase governance risks. As leader’s decisions may be influenced by personal biases and interests, it could potentially harm the overall interests of the DAO.
Currently, multiple Working Group Leaders in LXDAO have already served two consecutive terms, so I believe that starting from the next season, they cannot continue to be re-elected. Subsequent re-elections of Working Group Leaders cannot exceed two terms. This does not apply to project teams.
Supporting this idea, in fact, not only DAO, but also in real elections, not more than 2 consecutive terms of office is one of the important systems, such as
Re-election for no more than two consecutive terms allows for the election of new Leaders in each Working Group, which also brings a certain level of activation and promotes new members to contribute and join LXDAO.
Indeed, this is essential for a DAO. It’s not a reflection on the current leader’s performance, but rather a governance strategy to ensure the DAO remains decentralized and vibrant.
Moreover, it’s crucial to deliberate on the process of transferring responsibilities to the subsequent leader, ensuring a seamless transition between terms. For example, maybe we should do something like the leader should select the candidate and work together for the next Season proposal.