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Robert's rules of order revised

By Henry M. Robert
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A comprehensive manual of parliamentary procedure that explains how deliberative assemblies introduce and conduct business, obtain the floor, make and handle motions, and proceed to debate and voting. It defines classes of motions and their precedence, gives rules for privileged, incidental, subsidiary, and main motions, and details procedures for amending, postponing, and reconsidering proposals. The work also covers points of order, methods of voting, committee organization and reporting, decorum in debate, and practical tables and checklists to guide officers and members in orderly, rule-based decision making.

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Henry M. Robert

Henry M. Robert was an American military engineer and author best known for his influential work on parliamentary procedure. His most notable publication, "Robert's Rules of Order," provides guidelines for conducting meetings and making decisions in a democratic manner. First published in 1876, this manual has become a standard reference for organizations and assemblies seeking to maintain order and fairness in their deliberations. Robert's contributions to the field of parliamentary procedure have had a lasting impact on governance and civic engagement, making his works essential reading for anyone involved in formal meetings.

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