I think there are two things here: fairness to the clerk in terms of undue pressure and also fairness to those who would like to prepare to deal with the motion as well. I mean, we have lots on our plate. Some of us have multiple committees and multiple friendship groups, so it just gives someone the opportunity to prepare appropriately for the kind of debate that's going to be around a motion.
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