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by ZoomZoomZoom 1010 days ago
I'd like just to say thanks for all the longstanding efforts of FSF and GNU. While one could debate minutiae to oblivion, it's hard to dismiss the core ideas, particularly in light of the continuous stream of facts and events that unequivocally validate the very real threats and maliciousness that this movement stands against.

Free Software in general contributes significantly to keeping the environment I live in more trustworthy, friendlier, and less threatening. That's no small feat and I can only express my sincere gratitude to everyone involved.
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ta8645 1010 days ago
> I'd like just to say thanks for all the longstanding efforts of FSF and GNU.

I'd like to extend your thanks, by explicitly thanking Richard Stallman for his important role in creating both those organizations. The man deserves a lot of praise and respect.

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hughesjj 1009 days ago
> The man deserves a lot of praise and respect.

No, he really doesn't.

- https://youtu.be/R2SKenHRhMg

- https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2021/03/richard-stallman...

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npteljes 1009 days ago
Just extend the saying with "for this". "The man deserves a lot of praise and respect for this." This is also how parents are supposed to raise the children too, not judging the person, but the actions. And I think we need that kind of feedback later in life too, not just in childhood.
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