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And never mind code. This basher is a complete nobody who seems to profit from open source more than contribute. It's not like the heads of several major FSF pr

by alecco 15y ago

And never mind code. This basher is a complete nobody who seems to profit from open source more than contribute. It's not like the heads of several major FSF projects are banding a revolt. The sinister anti-Stallman/GNU sentiment on HN is reaching incredibly high levels. Luckily it's mostly nobodies like this big mouth bozo.

drivingmenuts 15y ago
I think Stallman has earned some negative sentiment with that statement. As he is so closely identified with the FSF, regardless of intent, it's inevitable that there would be spillover. It's not the mission, it's the man we have a problem with. Yes, he's done a lot for Free Software and software in general, most of it good. He has taught us a lot and probably learned a few things. The next thing he needs to learn is when to keep some of his thoughts to himself. His statement, in no way, advances the cause of Free Software.
potatolicious 15y ago
While you do have a point, I disagree strongly with the way you've expressed it. There is no need for name-calling and personal attacks on this board. Calling someone a "nobody" and a "big mouth bozo" is uncalled for.
- alecco 15y ago
  He is extremely agressive and out of place, calling for a split on a major organization he didn't help in any meaningful way and feeding the hate [sentiments of a particular faction of users] against it. Also, > I’m really tired of having to make excuses for Stallman > when he goes off half-cocked like this, which is why I’m > no longer a FSF member.
  - uxp 15y ago
    > He is extremely agressive and out of place, calling for a split on a major organization he didn't help in any meaningful way He was a member, and while his member number (5030) isn't low enough to argue that he helped found the movement, he did explain that he has advocated on behalf of the FSF for quite some time. I too think his post was a step too far in the wrong direction, but saying that regular supporters of the FSF, long time contributors and everyday members don't "help in any meaningful way" to the FSF is a tad bit disingenuous.

by alecco 15y ago

drivingmenuts 15y ago

I think Stallman has earned some negative sentiment with that statement. As he is so closely identified with the FSF, regardless of intent, it's inevitable that there would be spillover. It's not the mission, it's the man we have a problem with. Yes, he's done a lot for Free Software and software in general, most of it good. He has taught us a lot and probably learned a few things. The next thing he needs to learn is when to keep some of his thoughts to himself. His statement, in no way, advances the cause of Free Software.

potatolicious 15y ago

While you do have a point, I disagree strongly with the way you've expressed it. There is no need for name-calling and personal attacks on this board. Calling someone a "nobody" and a "big mouth bozo" is uncalled for.

alecco 15y ago
He is extremely agressive and out of place, calling for a split on a major organization he didn't help in any meaningful way and feeding the hate [sentiments of a particular faction of users] against it. Also, > I’m really tired of having to make excuses for Stallman > when he goes off half-cocked like this, which is why I’m > no longer a FSF member.
- uxp 15y ago
  > He is extremely agressive and out of place, calling for a split on a major organization he didn't help in any meaningful way He was a member, and while his member number (5030) isn't low enough to argue that he helped found the movement, he did explain that he has advocated on behalf of the FSF for quite some time. I too think his post was a step too far in the wrong direction, but saying that regular supporters of the FSF, long time contributors and everyday members don't "help in any meaningful way" to the FSF is a tad bit disingenuous.