[FM Discuss] a crazy moment pondering a manifesto

Daniel James daniel.james at sourcefabric.org
Wed Jun 27 04:29:45 PDT 2012


Hi Adam,
> We value meaningful credit over formal attribution
> 
> ?

We need formal attribution for copyright and licensing purposes (you
can't free-license something if you aren't the recognised copyright holder).

In truth, the work of a 'single author' usually has many contributions -
editors, proof-readers, researchers, layout staff, cover designers,
printers. Perhaps the problem is the cult of the individual genius.

How about: 'We value shared accomplishment over individual glory'? ;-)

Cheers!

Daniel





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