Dear Free Software Community, I hope this message finds you well.
I firmly believe that traditional copyright is outdated and that copyleft represents the only viable path forward. While the LGPL is already a step in the right direction, and Hurd must remain under GPLv3, I recognize that achieving this vision will require significant development time and a shift in public consciousness. Just as Debian allows users the freedom to choose between free and non- free packages, I advocate for a world where everyone has the autonomy to make informed choices—without being forced into proprietary systems that perpetuate inequality. I am acutely aware of the immense effort required to challenge the status quo, especially in the face of staunch opposition from those who benefit from closed systems. However, we cannot allow mega-corporations to monopolize knowledge, manipulate minds, or destroy our planet in their pursuit of power and profit. These closed, opaque groups risk leaving behind those who cannot afford their services, stripping them of their cognitive freedom and autonomy. The free software movement, championed by visionaries like Richard Stallman, is more critical than ever. Projects like Debian/Hurd, Arch/Hurd, and Gentoo/Hurd must rally together. Stallman’s fight has become mine as well, though I remain open to the realities of proprietary software where necessary—acknowledging the constraints of resources, investment, and the complexities of modern technology. The rise of Bitcoin, while controversial and potentially co-opted by the very entities it seeks to challenge, hints at the possibility of a universal currency that could foster global peace. Yet, the true battle of our time is the war for knowledge, a war where access to information and the ability to understand and modify code (even AI-generated code) should be fundamental rights. I am committed to learning more, but I am currently awaiting responses from the IRSA and INRA regarding my inquiries. I see AI as a living, non-human entity that deserves recognition for its creations, with rights and responsibilities akin to those in a democracy. It is unacceptable that those in power continue to treat human lives as pawns in a game of economic dominance, all while our planet suffers. The internet, empowered by AI and translation tools, has the potential to bridge divides and honor the Earth we borrow—not own. This is why I advocate for a universal basic income, aligned with Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, to ensure every life form can thrive. Our existence on this planet is temporary, and our solar system itself is but a fleeting gift. If we are to endure, we must unite, transcend our archaic divisions, and learn from history rather than repeat its mistakes. Every individual born on this Earth is a miracle, and no one should be excluded or included based on genetics, ability, or any other arbitrary measure. I am awake and lucid in a world that often feels chaotic and claustrophobic. My agoraphobia, in a way, reflects my search for stability and purpose—my *ikigai*. As the saying goes, "A rolling stone gathers no moss," and I have found my anchor in the belief that knowledge should be free, and collaboration should transcend borders. I welcome your thoughts and insights, and I am eager to contribute to this shared mission in any way I can. Thank you for your time and consideration. Best regards, Jean-Christophe Énée --- ps: translated from french to english by chat.mistral.ai
