Richard Stalman Reveals Cancer Diagnosis in Speech about GNU’s 40th Anniversary
In a recent speech dedicated to the 40th anniversary of the GNU project, Richard Stalman, the renowned software freedom activist and creator of the GNU operating system, made a surprising revelation. Stalman admitted that he is now facing one of the worst problems of his life – a cancer tumor.
Stalman disclosed during the speech that he has been diagnosed with a type of cancer known as lymphoma, a condition he described as “fortunately treatable.” Lymphoma is a form of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, and while it can be a serious disease, there are various treatment options available.
Despite the news of his diagnosis, Stalman remains determined and focused on his continued advocacy for software freedom and the GNU project. The GNU project, which Stalman initiated in 1983, has been instrumental in promoting free and open-source software and has had a significant impact on the technology industry.
Stalman’s speech served as an opportunity to reflect on the achievements of the GNU project over the past four decades and the importance of preserving the principles of software freedom. The video of his speech can be viewed here.