2009/10/31 Jimmy Wales jwales@wikia-inc.com:
I agree with Lodewijk completely. One of the best reasons for this is simple human dignity. People come and go from jobs all the time, it is neither a scandal, nor a shame. Public speculation about such stuff is offensive and embarassing.
Yes, to community-facing positions. Yes, to high-level positions. Those things are relevant public information and can and should be discussed.
But not every job is like that, nor should it be.
And the reason for speculation is that people first found out by rumor rather than foundation announcement. Basic communication management. Get stuff out before someone else can put their spin on it.