My musts are reflective of the language of proposals generally. They are my very strong opinions. I don't mean to imply they're universally accepted under every system of law. Many of these proposals have to do with subjects which would be entirely irrelevant under, for example, my preferred system of government. But we are not working under my preferred system of government. The constitution has been passed, all of my very strong objections aside, and I am trying to work within it.
1. There are ways to create bodies independent of the electorate. These officials could be randomly appointed, for instance, and given relatively short terms. They could be appointed by outgoing members of the Jury. The important point is that they should not be amenable to influence by those in power, or feel that their power depends on the pleasure of the people. They should know that they will hold their positions, and lose them, on a strict schedule which is accountable to absolutely nothing except the law. I'm happy to discuss the specific details. I don't think the idea of independence itself is so ridiculous.
2. Again, I am happy to discuss the specific definition, which would no doubt undergo many revisions were this put to the Council. I am speaking in generalities.
3. I don't claim it's a requirement of all governments. I'd prefer a system with no elections at all, but here we are. I believe it's extremely important under this government. The specifics would certainly create some debate, of course. My preference would be something on the order of six months, all the be replaced at once. It's possible some people considered by some to be ill-suited would wind up in office. Plenty of our current office holders are people whom I believe to be deeply unsuited to their jobs. That hasn't stopped any of them from serving.
4. But, you see, I don't think it is fair that because you're a majority, you should have a majority of not only the voting population, but also the elected officials. You will always be a dominant voting bloc, and there's nothing any of us can do to change that. Some degree of influence is, under this system, appropriate because of that. But only some degree. I think we should have a clear rule in place that members of one world will never be allowed to make up half of the Jury or two thirds of the Council. In case.
5. I also feel obliged to point out that it's not up to you to say no, or even to decide whether these proposals are considered by the full Council. I am sharing them with you in an effort to, as you say, work together. You do not have the power to allow or disallow the consideration of any given idea. I appreciate your willingness to raise amendments on my behalf, as I have no doubt they would be better received coming from you. But it's not something you have the power to stop anyone from doing. I'll draft something preliminary.