[pp.int.general] purpose of manifesto

[Reinier Bakels]

> The entire reason for the name "Pirate Party" is to adopt a negative 
> label "pirate" and turn it into something positive.
>
Now we are back on topic (at last!). I still have my doubts whether the 
designation "pirate" has a positive promotional effect. I acknowledge that 
the shock effect may add to the attention value. But otoh it is a negative 
concept ...
reinier