Add a framework for generic views This commit does not enable the new code, as such there should be no change in functionality. In order to use the new code the maps.py file should be updated to point at the new views/models/sponsor.py module. Patch by: Sverre Rabbelier Reviewed by: to-be-reviewed

"""
Code used in a couple of places to work with the current thread's environment.
Current users include i18n and request prefix handling.
"""

try:
    import threading
    currentThread = threading.currentThread
except ImportError:
    def currentThread():
        return "no threading"