Mike Godwin wrote: > Nathan writes: > > With respect, legal issues are debated on many projects practically > >> every day. This particular issue is no different. In some >> jurisdictions, just accessing such files can expose one to legal risk. >> While Mike is a good lawyer, he doesn't represent individual editors - >> and the Foundation's interests and liabilities (as a host, not a >> content provider) may not fully intersect with the needs of individual >> editors. >> >> > > Keep in mind, though, that PM is constantly asking for Foundation > intervention with regard to the images that he is so consistently reviewing > and concerned about. Why PM wants Foundation intervention rather than > community consensus is unclear to me -- it should be clear, however, that > the Foundation is disinclined to engage in editorial intervention in the > absence of a clear legal imperative. > > With regard to the Foundation's legal obligations, I expect my colleagues at > the DOJ and elsewhere will contact me if they have a problem with Foundation > policies or operations. > > >
+1 Crystal clear. Nice to have it on the record from the person who holds your present office. Yours; as a faithful internet veteran, Jussi-Ville Heiskanen _______________________________________________ foundation-l mailing list [email protected] Unsubscribe: https://lists.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/foundation-l
