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This Concept also warns us of “the tyranny of
the majority” and points out that in A.A., a simple
majority is seldom sufficient basis for a decision.
That’s why we usually require at least a two-thirds
majority. Lacking this, it is preferable to delay the
decision; or in the case of an election following the
“Third Legacy Procedure,” to “go to the hat.” (See
Service Manual, Chapter I.)
The “Right of Appeal” also permits any person in
the service structure, whether paid or volunteer, to
petition for redress of a personal grievance. He or
she can complain directly to the General Service
Board, without prejudice or fear of reprisal.