Drew DeVault • 6/30/2025

Just speak the truth

This article analyzes two case studies of how free software communities respond to reactionary agitators. It contrasts a long-winded, overly technical response that provides talking points to trolls with a concise, truth-speaking dismissal that denies them a platform. It argues community leaders are not obligated to engage in bad-faith technical debates to keep harmful actors out.

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#security #open source #community management