No, it's a way for programmers to keep doing programming with less distractions, of which we already have a metric ton.
Forgive me if I don't want politics in my work. If I want to do political activism then I know where to go. Unlike many others, you included, apparently.
People who hate those who are different are out there, that's known. But they will not be defeated by annoying literally everyone else.
I know. You'll say something along the lines that not taking a side is defending bullies or whatever. These arguments are extremely tiring and borderline fanatic, so I'm just passing by to give you the perspective of a fairly average guy, and peace out.
It seems people will never learn that shoving stuff in others' faces is not supporting their cause. Oh well. History will keep repeating itself then.