On 1/2/06, Sam Hiser <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> I make the argument that our positions are *heretical* in the context of
> the common view of the natural status quo with Microsoft -- rightly or
> not -- at the front of everyone's mind. This makes it easier to
> understand why people do and say odd things in defense of the status
> quo. In light of this, we are only going to be chipping away...each chip
> will be worth celebrating. ODF is a big chunk, in that context.
> -Sam

I see your point.  I also like the "heretical" analogy.  It does help put
things into perspective.  I mean, I have heard the terms like "this is a
religious debate" before - but defining our views as heretical to the
prevailing accepted "religion" makes a whole lot of sense.  It's like
Galileo's views were heretical to the prevailing religion at the time.

I can dig it.

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