Richard Stallman
Richard Stallman
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Stallman's Writing and Philosophy

This timeline highlights Stallman's contributions as a writer and his philosophical underpinnings of the Free Software Movement.
The GNU Manifesto
1985
Stallman publishes 'The GNU Manifesto', a foundational document outlining the goals and principles of the GNU project and the free software movement. It clearly articulates the ethical reasons for free software.
Writing on Free Software and Related Topics
Various Articles and Essays
Stallman writes numerous articles and essays on various aspects of free software, software patents, digital rights, and related topics, articulating and defending his philosophical positions.
Publication of 'Free Software, Free Society'
Free Software, Free Society: Selected Essays of Richard M. Stallman
Collection of Stallman's key essays and speeches published in book form, providing a comprehensive overview of his philosophy and arguments for free software.
Continued Articulation and Defense of Free Software Principles
Ongoing
Stallman continues to write and speak extensively on free software, consistently advocating for the four essential freedoms and challenging proprietary software practices.
Emphasis on Ethical Arguments
Ongoing
Stallman's writings and speeches consistently emphasize the ethical dimensions of software freedom, arguing that users have a moral right to control and modify the software they use.