Is your back really against the wall? Etiquette proposal

["Patrick Mc(avery" <spell_gooder_now@...>]

I respect both Alexander and Marc for their political positions, they 
are men of principle, trying to be good citizens of the world. This 
discussion actually mirrors the larger ones of what to do about 
dictatorships, engage, boycott or invade. No easy answers here.

I also respect those who told them to shut up in the name of the Lua 
list's functionality. The Lua team has given us a great gift and we 
should respect what this list is designed for.

Marc, again I respect you but did you HAVE to say something about Cuba? 
It was not emerging as the leading contender. If it was then you would 
not be able to attend and I think you would have the right to speak up 
but again we weren't there yet.

Kevin, did you HAVE to take a shot a Switzerland regarding Muslims?

Edward, did you have to make remarks about Americans? again Cuba is not 
the leading contender and there is no one offering to host it in the 
USA. I am sure Monday morning we are going to get a flood of emails 
about this, none of which will be pleasant to read.

Leo, did you HAVE to take a shot at Marc? The flame war had died down, 
now Marc has to defend himself and others will attack after he does.

I would not spend my money in 40+ countries and I would be reluctant in 
40 more. I have fanatical political ideas and none of them need to be 
expressed here as I cannot attend unless this ends up being 15 minutes 
from my home.

Could everyone please, please, please(yes I am begging now) please 
restrict such posts to a do-or-die, this won't allow me to attend 
situation!

--Patrick