I'd suggest that the authors consider how this missing feature reflects on their efforts when people are forming first impressions. I've made my opinion clear,

I'd suggest that the authors consider how this missing feature reflects on their efforts when people are forming first impressions. I've made my opinion clear, and the developer pals that I brought into the loop were, without exception, similarly aghast. I'm reminded of how some Python devotees are unable to see how the v2.7/v3.x split turns of newcomers. The impression given is that the community can't make up its mind on which way to go and that the best approach is to avoid the language all together.