[OSM-talk] Some thoughts against remote mapping

[Frederik Ramm]

Hi,

On 06/14/2015 02:12 PM, Jóhannes Birgir Jensson wrote:
> I find this point of view to be astounding in its arrogance and indeed
> blatant colonialistic spirit. 

Harsh words.

In the final paragraph of your blog post, you write:

"In addition the locals are not the only people who will need to use a
map. Tourists, passers-by, people moving their goods or offering their
services also need maps of places where they go. Everyone needs a map
even if not everyone wants to make it or use it."

But this is exactly the criticism we're facing - bluntly put:
"Westerners need maps of places so they can conquer them by selling
their products and services."

Bye
Frederik

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