Rob Thornton wrote: > I look forward to seeing the community unite and make itself stronger! > xLFS has been an excellent source for me and anything that makes it > stronger makes life better for my next build!
Hi Rob, I would love to see what you and Robert C. have suggested happen. Especially because of lack of resources these days, I think it could be very useful to integrate the projects, or, at least, merge them somewhat more. The issues you'll face trying to make this happen however, are social issues, and not technical ones. Unfortunately, there are (apparently) deep rifts. There exists suspicion and distrust, hurt feelings, bruised and bloated egos and it has been historically very hard for some of us to put these aside. If the ones that are currently taking the lead (or perhaps it is better phrased: 'in positions of responsibility') can't individually change their perspective and come to an agreement that allows them to define and work on common goals, nothing will ever change for the better. My love for LFS has motivated me (despite my frustration at times with the poor leadership) to jump in and help keep the ball rolling where I can. Unfortunately, many times, my efforts have been perceived by some as being either a play for more power or personal glory or something of the kind. I find myself at the center of a conflict that I really want nothing to do with. I also realize that this rift is bigger than just me. For example, Greg and Ryan need to work out their differences - and that rift goes back years. I know Greg was asked to leave LFS a long time ago, before my time, even, but I would be happy to see him back working more directly with LFS - if only he cultivated a little more tact and respect for others involved in the project. Anyway, as far as I am concerned, I would be glad to give up any commit privileges I have in the projects and work only from the sidelines if it would help remove the rift and get people working together. -- JH -- http://linuxfromscratch.org/mailman/listinfo/lfs-dev FAQ: http://www.linuxfromscratch.org/faq/ Unsubscribe: See the above information page
