*It's the sign of a successful manifesto when somebody throws it over the transom and then everybody starts yelling.
*If you are in or near the infoviz scene, I suggest you have a look at this pronto.
http://www.visualcomplexity.com/vc/blog/?p=644
Form Follows Function
Start With a Question
Interactivity Is Key
Cite Your Source
The Power of Narrative
Do Not Glorify Aesthetics
Look For Relevancy
Embrace Time
Aspire for Knowledge
Avoid Gratuitous Visualizations