Bearcat; I dont think anyone is suggesting that RYR should remain silent, (well I certainly wasn't) - But that to have such a huge penalty imposed on a gate which under some circumstances you can be unaware you have busted (eg 160 to 4, then tailwind/gust - then with prompt action; back to stable Vref) - It sends a powerful message that goofs of all sorts will be severely punished and if possible, it would be far better to cover them up and hope management dont notice.
The same goes for reporting deficiencies you spot in other parts of the operation - Can you imagine reporting a problem knowing the person responsible for it is likely to lose his or her job?