This is an interesting turn of events. As in the past, it has been "Big" Goverment, specifically the defense complex that has turned policy into practice. One only needs to look at the 40 hour work week, hiring of minorities, and worker compensation as examples of past success.

Okay, it is a given that success via the big "G" is never 100%. And no, it will not happen overnight, nor will there be an automatic pull out of money; but, it is the pressure of moral suasion that will help move things along. It is also an example for other companies to coalesce to.

It will be up to us the users, developers, and other companies who will have ensure that it progresses correctly. This can be by vocalizing consistently to both sides your desires and needs. One organization will never do it alone, but add up a thousand customers, clients, developers and movement will happen.

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