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I agree, I'm helping the Power Law distribution.

I wondered a lot if I should add Sindre to the list — most people know him, he earns a lot. I decided to add him because he contributes back (sponsors other open-source creators) and creates tons of value for the community.

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> Open-source creators are underpaid.

Maybe you should rephrase your article, or remove him. Sindre is one of the most-paid open source creators. There are other creators which definitely deserve to be listed here instead of him.

All the arguments make sense. I've removed him from the list.

The price of freedom aka not to have your work crippled by stakeholder interests

But he'll do that whether he gets $10000 or $10005 a month.

Giving to someone who makes less is much more of a change for them, giving you more bang for your buck.

All the arguments make sense. I've removed him from the list.

All the arguments here apply to TJ at the very least as well, considering 39 sponsors at $400 adds up to >$10k.

Plus: Do you believe anyone reading this will shell out $400 for one person?

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