Every matter presented for decision should be discussed fully. The right of every member to speak on any issue is as important as each member's right to vote. Every member has the right to understand the meaning of any question presented to a meeting, and to know what effect a decision will have. A member always has the right to request information on any motion he or she does not thoroughly understand. Moreover, all meetings must be characterized by fairness and by good faith.
Parliamentary strategy is the art of using procedure legitimately to support or defeat a proposal.
The requirement of a quorum is a protection against unrepresentative action in the name of the association by an unduly small number of people. The agenda consists of the items of business to be discussed by a meeting. Usually the chair or another designated person is charged with the responsibility for preparing the agenda. The person preparing the agenda can, of course, seek assistance with the task. Debate on Motions Business is accomplished in meetings by means of debating motions.