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I am downvoting you not because of your logic, which is sound, but your tone, which comes across as superior and smug, even if you are acknowledging the disadva
by rm_-rf_slash 11y ago
I am downvoting you not because of your logic, which is sound, but your tone, which comes across as superior and smug, even if you are acknowledging the disadvantages of those who do not possess what you call "privilege." I am doing so because a less discerning reader may judge you own your tone alone and disregard your logic entirely, rendering your argument moot. You have made your point, but in an ineffective way.
- mikestew 11y agoAnd I'm down voting you just because. Parent was not inflammatory, wasn't name-calling, and gave a well-reasoned argument that made me think about my privilege and obligations that might go along with it. Are you saying that this kind of post is what you want to see less of on HN?
- such_a_casual 11y agoIt is quite inappropriate to dismiss and decrease visibility of a voice simply because it doesn't say what needs to be said in a way you approve of. Indeed you express the same kind of "smug[ness]" you accuse that person of: "I am doing so because a less discerning reader may judge you own your tone alone and disregard your logic entirely, rendering your argument moot." I suppose we should also block ISIS websites because a less discerning reader than yourself wouldn't be able to prevent themselves from being convinced by their propaganda.