[Python-ideas] Expansion of the range of small integers

[Serhiy Storchaka]

On 17.09.12 16:09, Steven D'Aprano wrote:
> Extending that behaviour up to 32767 will further blur the distinction.

This is not an argument either for or against. Beginners will always 
find something to discourage.

 >>> 1000000 is 1000000
True
 >>> a = 1000000
 >>> b = 1000000
 >>> a is b
False

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prevent them from hanging themselves, since otherwise they'll just use 
the power cords as ropes and electrocute themselves". (GvR)