Red Hat pulls Free Software Foundation funding over Richard Stallman's return

Found on The Register on Thursday, 08 April 2021
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CTO Chris Wright tweeted overnight: "I am really outraged by FSF's decision to reinstate RMS. At a moment in time where diversity and inclusion awareness is growing, this is a step backwards."

"We are immediately suspending all Red Hat funding of the FSF and any FSF-hosted events. In addition, many Red Hat contributors have told us they no longer plan to participate in FSF-led or backed events, and we stand behind them," said Red Hat.

Granted, RedHat is a big player, but it won't hurt the FSF much financially.