The below is a clarifying outline from RPBC intended to address and correct misunderstandings or misinformation regarding the caucus process. It outlines the constitutional framework and procedural steps followed by RPBC in selecting delegates for District Caucus and State Convention, emphasizing adherence to the RPW State Constitution, the RPBC Constitution, and Robert’s Rules of Order. 

RELEVANT CONSTITUTIONAL PROVISIONS

1. The Republican Party of Wisconsin State Constitution (SC)
   1. SC calls for County Parties to hold delegate “elections” in order to “elect” delegates.
   2.  Article VIII – State Conventions and County Caucuses. SECTION 4. "Such delegates shall be elected by members in good standing of the Republican organization in each county at the regularly called County Caucus for the election of such delegates."

1. The RPBC Constitution (RC)
   1. Section 4.03: “The caucus… must include the election of delegates and alternates to the district caucus and state convention.”
   2. Section 6.02(B): “A delegate nominating committee (appointed and ratified) must prepare a list of nominees, which must be included in the caucus notice.”
   3. Section 5.04(E): “The executive committee is responsible for overseeing the delegate selection process to ensure a full slate of delegates and alternates may attend.” [emphasis mine]
      
      
2. Robert’s Rules of Order §46 Nominations and Elections; §46:30 Elections; §43:20 Decorum
   
   1. When voting for a number of offices or positions… the members are not obliged to vote for as many candidates as there are places to be filled
   2. If members do not wish certain persons to be elected, they can simply refrain from voting for them
   3. A candidate is elected only if they receive a majority vote, unless the rules allow a different threshold.
   4. Under RONR 43:20 questions must remain germane – meaning relevant to the “pending question.”  In the case of delegate elections, the pending question is who should represent the county, so questions about the nominee’s qualifications, intent, and approach to the role are allowed.

CONCLUSION

1. RPW’s Constitution, and RPBC Constitution explicitly requires an election.
2. Under Roberts' Rules, a candidate is only elected if they receive a majority vote
3. The executive committee’s duty under 5.04E is to facilitate a full slate via a fair process, not to override it by automatic appointment.  (This provision says we must ensure that a full slate "may" attend.  It does not mandate that a full slate "must" attend.)  Delegates must still be nominated and elected
4. Every member in good standing was given the opportunity to run in the election
5. Robert’s Rules affirms the right of members to:

• • Vote for fewer candidates than delegate slots available
  • Reject nominees they deem unqualified
  • Elect only by majority, unless bylaws state otherwise
  • Question and debate nominees before a vote