> First of all, that's an ad hominem. If publication independence is important, then it remains important whether Gruber is hypocritical about it or not.

I agree! It's a poison in the well lazy people use to discredit something they don't like without thinking about it.

However, in this particular instance it raises questions of whether or not Gruber is arguing in good faith. It lends credence to accusations that editorial independence might not be his overriding concern.