Re: Why is Nvidia given GPL'd code to use in closed source drivers?

Mark Mielke
2003-01-14T19:21:25Z

On Tue, Jan 14, 2003 at 12:47:37AM -0500, Richard Stallman wrote:
> Before this whole naming fiasco started, I was a strong supporter of GNU
> software. I am not any longer because of *your* actions, Richard. I am
> still and plan to remain a strong supporter of free software.. but I
> don't feel affiliated with the FSF any more. And that's a pity.
> It's not a pity, it's an injustice. People have led you to disregard
> our work and say the job was done by others; you condemn us when we
> say we did it, and now you say you will shun us for it.

The job *was* done by many others. You don't respect this.

mark

P.S. Every time you strip out the names of the people that you quote, I
have found your practice disrespectful. I don't *know* who wrote
the quote you make above. Therefore, I do not know whose reputation
has improved in my eyes, if only, because they share my opinion
regarding you. Please retain the names of the people you quote.

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