Forests vs Trees (Score 1)

A computer is a box of wires. Add software and you get a very useful tool. You can use that tool to create value. You can transfer that value for cash. You have to use some of that cash to maintain your tools. Cheaper tools that can create the same value enhance profits. Profits are good.

GPL software = cheap tools = more profits = more taxes = ... well, lets not go there shall we?