@bob, @cwebber: The link references Marianne Corvellec's talk, which I attended. It was an extremely awkward confrontation between rms and the volunteer that was trying to see that the talk adhere to its timebox. This is what prompted the frustrated rms to state that he didn't have to follow the rules---he wanted to continue his conversation.

I don't like when rms asserts himself in that manner---I think it looks bad and I wish that he would instead set an example by adhering to the rules---but I never looked at this and thought that he'd intentionally think to act in bad faith when it comes to something like a safe space policy, even though it is technically correct that he can do whatever he chooses. But there are consequences for that perspective (mainly, pushing people away).

With that said, I do understand the concern (it's easy to feel uncomfortable around rms, after all), and I support getting a response from the FSF. It's important for the community to stay on top of it---the community has power where the FSF may not.