I wanted more input on whether or not the leadership elections should be before or after the Presidential elections and what method should be used and what reasons that think that is the best way to do it. You have already given me this. I am, or better yet, was at the time still unsure. Though I think I have formed an opinion now, but I'd still feel more comfortable after hearing other opinions.
I actually like the way the US parties do it. Best to have the leadership elections right after the Presidential election, or as soon as possible thereafter. That is the time when the actions of the leadership at the national level would be debated. Having it before diverts party attention from the real need to work on the federal election. Once the election is done, the party as a whole can debate how they felt the leaders did.
