Why DOGE is the best hope for opensource government ... imho
So, many people in the tech world seem to just hate all things to the right. It is a very left centric group, at least the most vocal members. Because of this, they tend to operate with blinders on and don't look at opportunity.
With the creation of DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) there is a much better chance than in the past to push change in the government. That is, if they do as they say they will. I will give them the benefit of the doubt.
What do you suggest then, tech community? People have been saying the Government should be running open source software, getting away from Microsoft, for decades now. It was almost a utopian dream I've heard repeated through my years as a Linux and Open Source user. Now is the time to push it, speak up.
If there was going to be any other time to speak up, now is it. Open source can decrease bureaucracy, cut costs, and limit outside interests in governmental departments. It fits the DOGE team's goals exactingly.
It's time for all the open source advocates to put their hatred for the right aside and take advantage of this one time period. I will bet, once this presidential term ends, this department will be castrated of any real power if not removed completely. It's now or never in my opinion.
