> Google employee did become more active on these issues which I think is progressive.
Because the world is changing. The concern around privacy and censorship hasn't reached that level back in 2006 (Mainly because most westerners hasn't been effected by it, funny).
The situation today is much different now.
BUT, I don't think this will be a easy battle. Many people on Slashdot don't even believe Google will just stop trying after this.
The harm is done, Google.