The internet has elevated the importance of charismatic leaders over political movements and their programs. These leaders become the targets of intense adoration by their supporters (or, should we say, "fans"?).

I admire some progressive hyperleaders, and I even have confidence in them to make better strategic decisions than I could. But no way will I ever adore them in the pitiful fashion described in the article.

I don't want to have an imaginary, one-sided "personal" relationship with the president of the US. I want per to do the right thing for the country and the world.

I urge you to support the free software movement. I hope you see the need to do what advances freedom in the long term, rather than what is convenient for you in the short term. But please don't be my "fan" in an adulatory sense. Don't lower yourself to the level of a mere "fan" of anyone. It's freedom that deserves such loyalty.