"We need more direct participation in Trisquel's development."
I think this is a valid point. But it is a right idea at the wrong time.
Creating an effective team of skilled developers takes time. We are close
enough to Trisquel 8, that it could take more time to build a working team
than it would to release Trisquel 8! Are you willing to delay the release of
Trisquel 8 to start making this team now?
Why not pursue this with Ruben after Trisquel 8 comes out. Then you have 2
whole years to build and coordinate an effective development team.