[free-sklyarov] Of indictments and Adobe

[Bob La Quey]

At 01:58 AM 8/29/01 -0700, you wrote:
>One of the interesting aspects of press coverage I've seen to date of
>the Sklyarov/Elcomsoft indictments is prominent mention of Adobe's
>involvement in Dimitry's arrest.
>
>While I recognize that we are currently focusing our actions on
>securing Dima's release and providing for his defense, and in repealing
>the 1201(a) and 1201(b) sections of the DMCA, it seems that putting some
>heat on Adobe could be useful.
>
>I've written the following letter to Bruce Chizen, President and CEO of
>Adobe.  I'd encourage others to make their feelings known.  (I'd also
>appreciate criticism and/or feedback on the letter).
>
>------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
>Bruce Chizen
>President & CEO
>Adobe Corporation
>345 Park Avenue
>San Jose, California 95110-2704
>
>Dear Mr. Chizen:
>
>You got him in, now get him out.

Amen brother! 

Adobe's image must be kept linked to Dmitry's freedom. Adobe is 
the weak link in this entire process. Once large corporations see
that Adobe cannot walk off free from harm while Dmitry stays
at risk and confined (Northern California is just a larger
prison, let him go home), then they will consider some alternatives. 

The DOJ has huge resources and is very used to this sort of
battle. Adobe is not experienced in this game, and has far
fewer resources. 

The legal process is slow. Adobe could act in a hurry and 
should also provide defense money. 

As it is Adobe got what they wanted at a very low cost. 
Other coprporations will see that outcome and follow Adobe's 
lead. Until Dmitry is free Adobe should stay in PR hell. 

So why not more anti-DMCA protests at Adobe. Let's keep these
issues linked. 


Bob La Quey