On Fri, 20 Feb 2004 10:54:42 +1300 Jason Greenwood <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I disagree, so do i ....snipt.... > This is a flame war waiting to happen yes. unfortunately yes - but it doesn't *need* to become one. > but Robert did warn > us... LOL I am trying to find out how this can be twisted to be OSS > related well i don't think it requires any twisting at all - surely openness(sp?) in software reflects a desire/belief in an open society/world? rhetorical thingy follows: like whats the point in OSS if we're living meanwhile in a draconian totalitarian society? why to liberate that society of course - see china for example. > but I am struggling at this point so sorry for the OT Post. is not a problem. seriously though this whole "migrant hordes threaten our beloved way of life" shock horror schtick becomes somewhat sick making (in a tiresome way) to any with historical sensibilities. i said historical not hysterical, the latter trait being a signal feature of those prey to such fears. now how's that for bait? cheers peter and apologies to all concerned or offended etc etc
