Deliberation /(?)/

De·lib·er·a·tion

Deliberation

n.
  1. The act of deliberating, or of weighing and examining the reasons for and against a choice or measure; careful consideration; mature reflection.
    Choosing the fairest way with a calm deliberation.
    — W. Montagu.
  2. Careful discussion and examination of the reasons for and against a measure; as, the deliberations of a legislative body or council.