I worked at the FSF for 3 years and volunteered for over 6 years — that ended in 2004. I witnessed misogyny, sexual objectification, and abuse carried out by RMS. I banded together with my coworkers, formed a union, negotiated a contract, and was elected shop steward.
https://twitter.com/ehashdn/status/1374425492787396613
While RMS started the free software movement and the GNU GPL was a groundbreaking document, the community still has a right to hold him to account for his abhorrent actions and harmful speech. RMS should not be part of the FSF.
The movement has grown larger than one person. We need leaders that are inclusive and treat all humans with the respect and dignity that they deserve. I cannot support a Free Software Foundation that enables RMS.
During my time at the FSF, I helped create the associate membership program, significantly broadening the financial support base for the non-profit and encouraging a robust dialogue between supporters and the FSF. Donors have power over the FSF. Use it.
Accurate take by @_msw_ as to why FSF employees unionized.
https://twitter.com/_msw_/status/1374541822693761025?s=19
Thread from @georgialyle who more recently worked at the FSF and also served as a union rep. Believe the people who tell these stories.
https://twitter.com/georgialyle/status/1374504389155508232?s=19
The FSF board was largely a no op when I worked there. Grateful that @mindspillage is taking a stand today.
https://twitter.com/mindspillage/status/1374955150054289412?s=19
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