Manet, who was considered their leader, always refused to participate in Impressionist exhibitions. Degas recruited new exhibitors from among Salon painters, while some of the group's founding members tried their luck at the Salon again. Some even exhibited in both venues simultaneously. Should they be forced into some form of exclusivity? Should a common style be imposed? This would necessitate the establishment of an internal jury and a consensus on the controversial issue of plein air painting.