FreeBSD has a politics problem

Thu Mar 8 17:54:53 UTC 2018

On 03/07/2018 21:48, Julian Zottl wrote:
> So I'll ask a stupid question: Why not base it off of the millions of CoC's
> already out there?
> https://abc.xyz/investor/other/google-code-of-conduct.html
> is a good start.  Yes, it's a commercial company, but it could easily be
> modified.
> 
> The CoC as it stands is ridiculous.  Here is my contribution to helping.
> Don't call out inclusion, it should naturally happen with an open CoC. I
> like the KISS method of working.
> 
> 
> We want the FreeBSD Project to be a venue where people can work together to
> make the best operating system, built by a strong community. These values
> extend beyond just development to all aspects of the Project.
> 
> This code applies equally to everyone representing the FreeBSD Project in
> any way, from new members, to committers, to the core team itself. These
> rules are intended to ensure everyone feels welcome both working within,
> and interacting with, the Project. This document is a guide to make it
> easier to enrich all of us and the technical communities in which we
> participate.
> 
> This code of conduct applies to all spaces used by the FreeBSD Project,
> including our mailing lists, IRC channels, and social media, both online
> and off. Anyone who is found to violate this code of conduct may be
> sanctioned or expelled from FreeBSD Project controlled spaces at the
> discretion of the FreeBSD Code of Conduct Committee.
> 
> Some FreeBSD Project spaces may have additional rules in place, which will
> be made clearly available to participants. Participants are responsible for
> knowing and abiding by these rules.
> 
> *Rules:*
> 
> *Do no Evil* - Follow the law, acting honorably, and treating co-workers
> with courtesy and respect. Recognize that everything we do in connection
> with FreeBSD will be, and should be, measured against the highest possible
> standards of ethical conduct.
> 
> *No Retaliation* - FreeBSD prohibits retaliation against any person who
> reports or participates in an investigation of a possible violation of our
> Code, policies, or the law. If you believe you are being retaliated
> against, please contact Ethics & Compliance.
> 
> *Serve Our Users* - Our users value FreeBSD not only because we deliver a
> great Operating System, but because we hold ourselves to a higher standard
> in how we treat users and operate more generally. Keeping the following
> principles in mind will help us to maintain that high standard:
> 
> ·   *Integrity* - Our reputation as a community that our users can trust is
> our most valuable asset, and it is up to all of us to make sure that we
> continually earn that trust. All of our communications and other
> interactions with our users should increase their trust in us.
> 
> ·   *Usefulness* - Our Operating System should be useful for all our users.
> We have many different types of users, from individuals to large
> businesses, but one guiding principle: “Is what we are offering useful?”
> 
> ·   *Freedom of Expression* - FreeBSD is committed to advancing privacy and
> freedom of expression for our users around the world. Where user privacy
> and freedom of expression face government challenges, we seek to implement
> internationally recognized standards that respect those rights as we
> develop products, do business in diverse markets, and respond to government
> requests to access user information or remove user content. Contact Legal
> or Ethics & Compliance if you have questions on implementing these
> standards in connection with what you do with FreeBSD.
> 
> ·   *Responsiveness* - Part of being useful and honest is being responsive:
> We recognize relevant user feedback when we see it, and we do something
> about it. We take pride in responding to communications from our users,
> whether questions, problems, or compliments. If something is broken, fix it.
> 
> ·   *Take Action* - Any time you feel our users aren’t being well-served,
> don’t be bashful - let someone in the community know about it. Continually
> improving our product takes all of us, and we’re proud that FreeBSD
> champions our users and take the initiative to step forward when the
> interests of our users are at stake.
> 
> *Equal Opportunity Community*
> 
> Bring a contributor to the FreeBSD community is based solely upon
> individual merit and qualifications directly related to competence. We
> strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination or harassment on the basis of
> race, color, religion, veteran status, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy
> status, sex, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, mental or
> physical disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other
> characteristics protected by law. We also make all reasonable
> accommodations to meet our obligations under laws protecting the rights of
> the disabled.
> 
> *Harassment, Discrimination, and Bullying*
> 
> FreeBSD prohibits discrimination, harassment and bullying in any form –
> verbal, physical, or visual If you believe you’ve been bullied or harassed
> by anyone at FreeBSD, or in the community, we strongly encourage you to
> immediately report the incident contact to the FreeBSD Ethics & Compliance
> group.
> 
> *Conclusion*
> 
> FreeBSD aspires to be a different kind of community. It’s impossible to
> spell out every possible ethical scenario we might face. Instead, we rely
> on one another’s good judgment to uphold a high standard of integrity for
> ourselves and our company. We expect all FreeBSD’ers to be guided by both
> the letter and the spirit of this Code. Sometimes, identifying the right
> thing to do isn’t an easy call. If you aren’t sure, don’t be afraid to ask
> questions of the FreeBSD Ethics & Compliance group.
> 
> And remember… don’t be evil, and if you see something that you think isn’t
> right – speak up!
> 
> Not really that hard, eh?
> ----
> Julian

One of the previous codes of conduct made that "merit" case, it was not
well-received and resulted in


https://svnweb.freebsd.org/doc/head/en_US.ISO8859-1/htdocs/internal/code-of-conduct.xml?r1=46998&r2=47141

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