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I don't think it's clear whether pg is endorsing the downvote as a form of disagreement or simply making the observation that it is often used that way. Peterc
by jm4 17y ago
I don't think it's clear whether pg is endorsing the downvote as a form of disagreement or simply making the observation that it is often used that way.
Petercooper wrote a great response in that thread. Disagreement by downvote stifles any attempt at honest debate.
- wglb 17y agoCheck out http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=1006808 http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=1006808
- jm4 17y agoDownvoting people who are mistaken is different than downvoting people you disagree with. Something that is factually incorrect should be downvoted because it contributes negatively to the discussion.