>  However, the python vs ruby comparison is, IMHO, really not such a
>  huge difference, because both share many goals. It is much more a
>  beneficial competition between the two.
Really? Python just stands all the time in my way, ok it is the Ruby
way I am used to I have to admit. But I know enough Python to know
which one is easier on my fingers and my eyes.
Do not forget that Ruby's design gool was to please Matz, we should
check with Guido if this was his design goal too ;).

>  With perl biting the dust (I could not resist ... ;> )
Those been told dead live longest, and this might as well not be the
exception confirming the rule.
<snip> 
Robert