I think the real problem is that people who understand Lisp understand that Lisp programs are Lisp data structures, and want them to look that way. People who don't get it won't be drawn to the language for its unconventional object system or condition handling. People who are won't be scared off by unconventional syntax.
I think the real problem is that people who understand Lisp understand that Lisp programs are Lisp data structures, and want them to look that way. People who don't get it won't be drawn to the language for its unconventional object system or condition handling. People who are won't be scared off by unconventional syntax.