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Version 4.2 by Wm Salt Hale on 2021/03/04 01:43
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1 | == Introduction == | ||
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5 | Hello, I'm Salt, here, there, everywhere! Below is a brief introduction and case for why you should consider me for the OSI board, during the 2021 election cycle. | ||
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9 | == Why I am running == | ||
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13 | The OSI is a leading voice when it comes to the conversation surrounding free/libre/open culture and values. It is currently at a point of inflection, transitioning from an (almost) entirely volunteer-driven organization, to one with an Executive Director and paid staff. | ||
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15 | At a time like this, it is crucial to maintain a connection to the grassroots community efforts that made today's open source landscape possible. Whatsmore, during these unsettled times, there are opportunities to draw a course towards an even brighter future. | ||
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17 | Over the past half-decade or so, I have become more and more interested in the policies surrounding technology. During this pursuit, there have been numerous signs of a rising public awareness regarding the struggles surrounding open ideals. | ||
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19 | Addressing these policies is a wicked problem, and one that will impact all of us. The OSI has both the history and gravity to further engage with this conversation. I would lend my time and energy to these efforts in the hopes that it does so, while considering the widest spectrum of supporters. | ||
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23 | == What I bring to the OSI == | ||
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27 | My background and interest has mostly extended from the daily use of Linux-based systems since 1996. Growing up with the open, but connected, model, has shaped my world view, and I want to bring that perspective to the OSI. | ||
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29 | Additionally, I have quite a bit of experience facilitating and participating in community discussions. Over the past 15 years, I have been a core organizer of: conferences, FLOSS projects, hackerspaces, LUGs, start-ups, and even a university sailing club. | ||
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31 | Among those endeavors, and others, I have honed the skills, and learned the value of, listening, processing, combining, so that details can emerge which would otherwise be missed. | ||
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33 | Bringing this attention to the OSI during such a pivotal moment is an opportunity that does not come around every day. It would be an honor to help with the transition and progression towards a more open world. | ||
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37 | == Additional Details == | ||
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41 | Beyond what I've mentioned above, here is the tagline which I have been using for some time: | ||
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43 | ///?/ Kilted Globetrotter, | ||
44 | Free/Libre/Open Advocate, | ||
45 | and Lifelong Hacker /?/// | ||
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47 | More information, including links to various profiles around the Internet, can be found on my website: | ||
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49 | [[https:~~/~~/www.altsalt.net/>>https://www.altsalt.net/]] | ||
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53 | = **Thank You** for your time and consideration! = |