This is why playing within a broken system is such a pain in the ass and doesn't allow a reform of the system. If everyone followed the EFF's example no one would be trading Bitcoins. Worried about fucking tax evasion and tax laws, wtf.
When you are a large target championing somewhat risky territory, you cannot be as lackadaisical as one person. Especially when your entire platform is based on morals, ethics and the like.