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Robert C. Leif wrote:
> Since Ada is readable, design errors become more apparent.

As we remember from the Ariane 5 discussion, design issues are not
always apparent from reading the code.


> I should also note that, the average C lovers' mentality neither
 > favors clarity nor the highest levels of safety.

*Shrug*
Well, you would say that, wouldn't you?