All I know is "How to be a hacker", "The Cathedral and the Bazaar", and "How to ask good questions" all had a rather large impact on me.

I didn't know about any of his other views.

Back then he was known for his libertarian views e.g. pro gun views, as well. You don't have to agree with someone on everything. Its likely I don't agree with Chinese developers on communism. Doesn't mean their FOSS contributions e.g. their PRs are invalid.