This is an excellent proposal.

On Wed, Sep 17, 2008 at 10:49 PM, Brian Rowe <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> 1. Strongly recommend PD, BY or freedom defined licenses

I'd say just recommend freedom defined licences, which includes PD and
BY without emphasising them.

> 2. the organization exclusively uses PD or BY for all publications

This is useful for encouraging dissemination of ideas but should not
be seen as setting a precedent.

> 3. Strongly recommend Free Open Source Software on all platforms with a
> preference for Linux (or other open OS)

I'd say just recommend a free OS.

> 4. The organization should set an example in its own software choices

Yes.

> Ideas to help start:
> Challenge pledge the way Open Rights Group (ORG) was founded

If you do this make sure you get to set the amount that you would like
contributors to pledge. :-)

- Rob.
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