Or, is the purpose of the CoC really a device to control perceptions, i.e.
protect the image of the PHP project and its citizens?
Well, that would also be a benefit. I don't think these are exclusive
goals. If PHP isn't inviting, people won't want to contribute.
What I fear is that if the citizenry of Userland and PHPland do not feel at
liberty to publicly and freely express their criticism of the PHP project,
then important feedback will not be forthcoming, feedback that could aid in
advancing PHP.
Also, if taking personal responsibility for one's communication style seems
like an unworthy value to subscribe to, then it seems that a BDFL might be
in order.
My own unsolicited 0.02 is that their should be a brief lexicon of
expressions that are deemed inappropriate for discussion along with
*suggested* substitutions.
Those who feel only comfortable with rigid rules underestimate the power
that freedom affords to the creative process.
So, is this CoC really about attracting new thoughts or is it about making
the status quo an even more comfortable place for those who count as part of
the meritocracy?
^Z
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