Accountability requires courage

Unfortunately we have witnessed another example of how the folks involved in the Rust project allow a culture of “back channels” and “out groups”. The people involved in the highest level of leadership do not self-police in a productive fashion.

Why are people associated with The Rust Project’s leadership always so opaque about who is responsible? Why are we always hearing about one “individual” acting without the permission of “leadership”?

In order to have actual accountability of people’s actions, which JT suggests is the root of the sickness we are witnessing in the leadership teams you need to have courage to stand up to others. We need to condemn the actions of those who act outside their station. You need to have the courage to name and shame when required. In this case, the individual who messaged @rabidferret claiming to represent the consensus of the project should be ejected from their position of power. That is what accountability entails - consequences. I urge those still involved to stand up for what Rust is supposed to be about: openness, inclusivity, and respect.

EDIT: I’m referring to the situation referenced here:

• JT’s resignation
• ThePHD’s demoted keynote