>To be clear, I am speaking from personal experience here. I think I've
>made positive contributions to the project, and I know people over the
>years have come to me when they had problems with what I did.
>If I think about it rationally, I have confidence that I'd be given a
>chance to learn and improve.
>And yet I looked at this and wondered if I'd someday find myself the
>subject of a surprise ejection.
>I was able to convince myself that my fear stems from how much I care
>about Debian. I do have confidence that even if there are trouble it
>can be worked through. For that matter, even if I found myself on the
>out, I could respectfully work to get back in and improve the process.
>Yet I firmly support the code of conduct and the importance of creating
>a safe space.
Hi Sam,
While I find your personal experience interesting, I think there is greater
value on this list focusing on the project influences. I can agree
wholeheartedly with your defense of those who might seek reassurance that they
will be treated with compassion and empathy. Like you, I support the CoC as a
way to establish some standards. But I do not recognize this "safe space" you
reference. Safety is a good thing. If you expect the CoC to establish that
physical harm is not acceptable, I think you will find that almost everyone
will agree with you. If you can define this "safe space" it will make the
discussion much easier to follow. How big is this space? Where does it begin
and end?
I also care about Debian. This list is a good place to confirm that a common
position exists that will benefit the entire project.
Richard Hecker