> The purpose behind the official incorporation for Debian is still > beyand me, and the more I think about it I don't like it. The > project (like linux) has always been for freeholders all over the > world. Why the US government suddenly has to get involded, I have > no idea. Why does Debian need to be an artificial US government > privedged entiy? It's our OS. We collectivly own it. Why do we > suddenly need permission from someone to exists I'm sure some of > the other anarchists here are also wondering about these things....
The government has always been involved. In general though, it is state law, not federal, that controls, and (if I remember correctly) most states impose personal liability (as in they come and take away your house and car) for unorganized groups such as Debian was. The personal liability would not have stopped at Bruce either, and theoretically could have extend to those who whine about version numbers. ;-) Now for your anarchist side, when governments become overbearing they tend to nationalize -- meaning they take property away from corporations (and other private organizations or individuals) for the supposed general welfare. So, it is not difficult to see that freedom from intrusive government does not necessarily imply fewer corporations. As a matter of fact, strong and health corporations arguably contribute as much to your personal autonomy as any other single factor. Paul Serice -- TO UNSUBSCRIBE FROM THIS MAILING LIST: e-mail the word "unsubscribe" to [EMAIL PROTECTED] . Trouble? e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] .
