Here is Aaron's email indicating his preference to be replaced.

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Date: Wed, 12 Sep 2012 11:44:02 -0500 From: Aaron Spike <aaron@...7...> To: Bryce Harrington <bryce@...24...> Subject: Re: [Inkscape-board] [Elections] Board interest check

On 9/12/2012 11:39 AM, Bryce Harrington wrote:

We have a couple spots we need to fill on the board, and are in process of organizing an election of the Inkscape development community.

I figure this would be a good opportunity to do a quick check among all existing board members to verify you're still have the time and interest to continue board work. Please reply to me by the end of the week and let us know you're willing to continue in your role. Thanks!

I still believe that my place on the board would be better filled by someone with a more active role in the community.

Aaron Spike

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