Rich Meon wrote:
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Seriously, now? Isn't this just a bit childish?


> For a "process-person" to claim publishing a manifesto (Debian Social
> Contract) and then, unexpectedly, stressing "They do what they think
> is best, and claim it best meets the needs of
> their users and the free software community", is ironically a rational
> somersault that proclaims contradiction.

I think you rather badly missed some important -- actually, vital --
nuances in what I was saying.
>>

Nuances?! If it is a subtle difference, it can usually be ignored. Are
you trying to impress me? If that is the case, I am well past the age
of surprise.

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I did _not_ say that they actually are meeting the priorities of the
users and the free software community. I just said that's the way they
interpret their document. Moreover, I said I was amazed that anyone
would be surprised at this.
>>

Now you are beating round the bush in yet another vain attempt to
appear smart... Yes, you contradicted yourself and by insisting you
have a point, you also indicate dishonesty.

<<
For whatever it's worth, Joey Hess is a friend and former co-worker of
mine. And I agree with him.
>>

That is fine with me but expecting readers to gobble up a
contradiction as logically correct is a bit far fetched.

<<
Are you done hyperventilating? I'm getting just a bit concerned for
your well-being.
>>

Hyperventilating?! LOL

Sure, I have been admitted to an intensive care unit with two doctors
standby. Don't be ridiculous will you.

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> According to you, voters vote for a political party basing their vote
> on the party's electoral manifesto, then suddenly when the party wins
> the government, they can be told the government does what they think
> is best, and claim it best meets the needs of their electors!

This is nothing like what I said. I think you need to get a great deal
better at reading, sir.
>>

My reading is OK, notwithstanding of your insinuations. It is you who
should not expect your readers to gobble logical contradictions like
nothing.

Puts on oxygen mask. Doctor, doctor, ...

Edward

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