For what it's worth, Andrew Gallant ("BurntSushi", the author of that post) is probably the voice I most trust on the Internet today. For a long time now, he has demonstrated that he is extremely judicious, level-headed, and well-thought-out on any position I've ever seen him take. People are not always polite / nice to him, and he unfailingly responds kindly and honestly with a level of effort that is truly amazing. He consistently demonstrates that he truly cares on a personal level, even when the situation is "unfair" or that level of care isn't being reciprocated.

All that to say: this message came from Andrew, and I believe it without question.