tirc is quite unique in its features as it is very vi style, terminal based with windows and other advanced features. Its focus on the core features and its small size probably makes it less likely to have security problems.
The main reason for removal seems to be #487867 which could be very easily fixed by an NMU as the patch is quite small and easy to understand. Also note that many people that like an application with the above features are less inclined to participate in popcon, which also lessens this argument. So my vote is to keep the package, unless other issues are reported. It is feature richness that makes Debian a leading GNU/Linux distribution. -- To UNSUBSCRIBE, email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a subject of "unsubscribe". Trouble? Contact [EMAIL PROTECTED]