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Oh no, a non gpl package on my computer? How did you find out about my one weakness! I’m melting, melting! Oh, what a world, what a cruel, cruel world!
If you're posting from Desktop Linux, your comment utilized at least 10 liberally licensed libraries. And that's before it got into the wire. GPL packages are a MINORITY, not a majority with exceptions.
Oh no, with so few gpl packages how will i maintain an unkempt beard and bald ponytail?! How will my ketchup stained Grateful Dead tee hold together at this critical low level of gpl? At this rate my bare feet will stop stinking up the break room!