On CABWEB international dialogue is our 'currency' so to speak , so when we thought about our ethos, we turned to the UNESCO Principles of Tolerance (unfortunately web site is currently down but here is an alternative ) as we thought that some time had been spent on dealing with cultural differences in their development. Their definition of tolerance goes beyond absolute relativism, recognising universal human rights but respecting cultural diversity.
It's probably a bit late in this thread to expect a discussion of this, but I do think it is a relevant topic at some time for an international forum such as this.
When we discussed this on CABWEB, some of the most interesting comments came from Americans. However, I was quite surprised (call me naive) to see the ruckus that these Principles caused in some quarters , calling it an Anti-Christian standard, see here.
Frances Bell
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Tabloid newspapers in UK (comics basically) have page 3 pictures. Serious papers would show nudity in context but not for titillation/ circulation increase.
In answer to point 3, you might find this a useful survey http://www.ncc.co.uk/aboutncc/press_rel/open_source_survey_results.cfm.
Incidentally, Atos Origin are using OSS for the Olympics I believe.