ProposalsProposal 493
ProposalsProposal 493
"In August 2022, the US authorities blacklisted Tornado Cash as a "sanctioned entity," resulting in the arrests of two developers: Alexey Pertsev (Netherlands) and Roman Storm (US). The arrests of Roman Storm and Alexey Pertsev are considered a direct attack on the open-source development space and may have devastating consequences for developers who write and publish code.
The outcome of Alexey and Roman’s upcoming 2024 trials will set precedents for privacy in web3 and the freedom to publish code without fear of government persecution. Roman and Alex need your help to build a strong defense not just for their sake, but for crypto users and developers worldwide. In response to the arrests, a group of sympathizers came together to form WeWantJusticeDAO to advocate on their behalf and help raise funds for legal defense. However, time and money are running out, and we need your support.
Complete breakdown of associated funding and costs: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1P69NhyLshI6kwfo7KqaA_rNUV5vpRw9JTJOfFAsdqAk/edit?usp=sharing"
View Roman's statement here: https://x.com/rstormsf/status/1749490246000238942?s=20
This proposal would donate 40 ETH (around $90K at current prices) via Juicebox towards support for Alexey and Roman's legal defense.
FOR x 🥌 🥌 🥌 🥌 ↳ ourrevolution.eth ↳ punk450.⌐◨-◨ ↳ opmichael.eth ↳ nounsesports.eth
Throwing weight behind zero weight votes with reason.
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GG, well played!
For - Wins
FOR - 3 VOTES
AGAINST - 2 VOTES
matttaylorlol | "This is a rough one. The donation amount is large, and while a worthy cause, it's hard to vote yes on charity as a business."
ABSTAINS - 0 VOTES
https://www.lilnouns.wtf/vote/nounsdao/493/votes
FOR 150 VOTES
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0xae4705dC0816ee6d8a13F1C72780Ec5021915Fed | "nounish"
0x9e0e9D25a5ED9bc773f91691f0b45599255257B1 | "To ensure Web3 privacy & open-source dev freedom, legal precedents must be set & defended. Let's protect the rights of developers! "
AGAINST 0 VOTES
ABSTAINS 19 VOTES
+1 coralorca +1 ThriftyNouns +100 Brennen
I’m not sure that “credible neutrality” is something that can exist outside of the vacuum of academic theory; if it can, i’m not sure it’s something to aspire towards.
Privacy, speech, and the ability to transact & associate freely are human rights ordained by natural law. An onchain society that respects this is an onchain society i’d like to contribute to. Taking an opinion and supporting the TornadoCash developers is wholly in alignment with Nouns core ethos of positive sum-world building.
As part of my participation in the UnfilteredNoun experiment, VWRs will be minted via bound.wtf
https://www.bound.wtf/0xc3F7EA98C83a147ACe998d6de91CB5612E5CA6fc/10
The Nouncil has spoken.
We discuss all Nouns proposals every week in our Discord https://discord.gg/fdjJpMeV6K. The calls are public and all are welcome!
You can find previous call recordings here: https://nouncil.notion.site/30328df718424f17a623859018497fc2?v=806b5234a2a34b619c3d5028bcd879f0&pvs=4
When it came to this proposal, a majority of voters were for, however, the poll closed without meeting the vote threshold, which means we must abstain.
FOR - 16 VOTES
akva556 | "Yes yes yes!"
AGAINST - 7 VOTES
ABSTAINS - 5 VOTES
(noun40 voting via agora)
code is speech and privacy is a public good
This case is a colossal overreach by law enforcement. The code didn't break the law -- bad actors did.
Listen to the duck. Well said Brennan!
Support for this is much bigger than one case, its a signal to every developer in the world.
The Amigos made a decision!
-- FOR - 1 VOTES
AGAINST - 2 VOTES
ABSTAINS - 1 VOTES
60 years ago, our parents' parents would have laughed in your face if you'd told them that cash should be illegal because it's untraceable, and criminals might use it. But alas, here we are.
Privacy is normal. Open source code is free speech. This proposal is Nounish.
Today, we assemble not merely as individuals but as custodians of a crucial principle – the unassailable right to transact freely. This principle, forged in the fires of economic innovation and nurtured by the spirit of enterprise, guides us in confronting the challenges of our era. It embodies our pursuit for open markets, the celebration of entrepreneurial spirit, and the defense of unrestricted economic interaction.
We find ourselves at a pivotal juncture in history, where our actions and decisions will significantly influence the landscape of commerce and freedom. Across our global village, voices rise in unison, advocating for the liberty to engage in commerce, for the autonomy to innovate without undue hindrance, and for the sovereignty to partake in the vast tapestry of global trade. These are not mere theoretical concepts; they are the bedrock upon which we construct our shared economic future.
To resist, esteemed colleagues, is to defy the constraints that seek to shackle the free flow of goods, services, and ideas. It is to stand against the looming shadows of overregulation, protectionism, and monopolistic practices. Our resistance is not a mere reaction to restrictions; it is a bold assertion of our economic rights, a testament to our commitment to a market where opportunity and fairness reign supreme.
Let us be clear: our resistance is not borne out of a disregard for governance or societal welfare. Instead, it is rooted in the belief that true economic prosperity flourishes in an environment of freedom and open competition. Our struggle is not against regulation per se, but against the overreach that stifles innovation, creativity, and equitable access to markets.
As we unite in this cause, our message resonates with clarity and conviction: we will not be muzzled, we will not be deterred, and we will not rest until the pillars of free enterprise are secured for every entrepreneur, every innovator, and every consumer. This path may be strewn with obstacles, but in our solidarity, we find resilience; in our shared vision, we discover strength; in our diversity, we recognize the wealth of perspectives that enrich our endeavors.
Thus, let us advance with determination, not as adversaries of regulation, but as advocates for balanced and reasonable frameworks that nurture innovation and equitable commerce. Let our resistance be a testament to our commitment to economic freedom, a beacon for open trade, and a clarion call for the empowerment of all participants in the global market.
Viva Resistance! For today, and for all the days to come, we champion not merely our own interests, but the fundamental right to transact freely and fairly.
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I'm worried we are headed towards an empty treasury and no bids on the auctions. The ROI in terms of bringing new members and interest to Nouns doesn't make sense on this one. I am open to discussion on this.
Proposals like this are instrumental in shaping the DAO's identity. While they may not directly proliferate the Noggles, they make a strong statement about our core beliefs and values.
"In August 2022, the US authorities blacklisted Tornado Cash as a "sanctioned entity," resulting in the arrests of two developers: Alexey Pertsev (Netherlands) and Roman Storm (US). The arrests of Roman Storm and Alexey Pertsev are considered a direct attack on the open-source development space and may have devastating consequences for developers who write and publish code.
The outcome of Alexey and Roman’s upcoming 2024 trials will set precedents for privacy in web3 and the freedom to publish code without fear of government persecution. Roman and Alex need your help to build a strong defense not just for their sake, but for crypto users and developers worldwide. In response to the arrests, a group of sympathizers came together to form WeWantJusticeDAO to advocate on their behalf and help raise funds for legal defense. However, time and money are running out, and we need your support.
Complete breakdown of associated funding and costs: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1P69NhyLshI6kwfo7KqaA_rNUV5vpRw9JTJOfFAsdqAk/edit?usp=sharing"
View Roman's statement here: https://x.com/rstormsf/status/1749490246000238942?s=20
This proposal would donate 40 ETH (around $90K at current prices) via Juicebox towards support for Alexey and Roman's legal defense.