PEP 285: Adding a bool type

[Paul Rubin]

Jeff Shannon <jeff at ccvcorp.com> writes:
> > I am opposed to the addition of the new proposed type on the grounds
> > that it will make Python harder to teach both to people who have never
> > programmed before and to people who _have_.  
> 
> At first glance, I was marginally in favor of this PEP.  After 
> reading Alex Martelli's arguments, I was marginally opposed to 
> it.  I think that Laura's comments are *very* convincing, and I'm 
> now fairly solidly opposed to it.  Well said, Laura.

I agree, I missed Laura's post earlier but it's terrific.