I don't see a lot more there, besides referring to (long) past events to justify continuing with specific policies and actions. In fact, it's definitely smart

I don't see a lot more there, besides referring to (long) past events to justify continuing with specific policies and actions. In fact, it's definitely smart of Basecamp to realize that the kind of politics and ideology we encounter today in the US are anathema to any workplace and may lead to paralysis and rot-from-within outcomes. I expect more companies to follow suit.