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That's a separate issue from saying that rockstar syndrome leads to sexual abuse though. It's not really fair to use a boogieman like that to make the case agai
by exstudent2 10y ago
That's a separate issue from saying that rockstar syndrome leads to sexual abuse though. It's not really fair to use a boogieman like that to make the case against rockstar worship. If it's a bad idea, it can be argued against without the rhetorical leap made here.
- tptacek 10y agoOne problem with rockstarism is that it can create safe havens for abusers. But there are all sorts of other concerns. I'm surprised to see people defending it here; HN has always struck me as a community that is pretty cynical about rock stars.
- NetTechM 10y agoCynical yes, but some people do really good work and just end up in the position because of it. Too much painting with a broad brush and trying to redefine a word normally reserved for an Ace team member.
- tptacek 10y agoI think that's a feigned concern, and that HN's cynicism about the term "rock star" far predates this post.