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All those in favor say ‘Aye’, all opposed say ‘Nay’. Any abstentions?”  \nChair Announces Vote  \n􀁸 Chair says either: “The ayes have it and the motion carries, DSA will create a space program .”  \n􀁸 Or: “the nayes have it and the motion fails”.  \nDSA  \nDemocratic Socialists of America – Baltimore  \nTips and Other Rules:  \n􀁸 DO NOT USE NAMES! By referring to someone as “my comrade” or “my fellow member” it keeps things from getting personal and helps members not resort to insults or attacks .  \n􀁸 Your comments should generally be addressed to the chair/group not individual members .  \n􀁸 Only Speak when you’re on stack, when recognized by the chair, or when making some of the  \npoints/motions/procedures on the first page!  \n􀁸 The chair has power to re","cbCaiacgpnVZyzz6","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiacgpnVZyzz6","pdf",119143,"English","# General Motions\n# Motions, Points and Proposals Debate\n# Sample Procedure Outline\n## Getting the Floor\n## How the Motion is Brought Before the Group\n## Consideration of the Motion\n## Chair Puts Motion to a Vote\n## Chair Announces Vote\n# Tips and Other Rules","[{\"question\":\"What wording should be used to make a general motion to adjourn?\",\"answer\":\"Use the form “I move to adjourn.” The cheat sheet notes this kind of motion does not require interrupt or debate and needs a second and a majority vote.\"},{\"question\":\"How can debate be ended and what voting threshold applies?\",\"answer\":\"To close debate with a vote, use “I move the previous question.” It requires a 2/3rds vote to end debate.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the key tips for speaking and keeping meetings respectful?\",\"answer\":\"The guide advises not using names, addressing comments to the chair/group, speaking only when recognized or when on stack, and avoiding behavior like celebrating or insulting others when motions fail. 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