> This would only work in a place where the discourse is generally polite and thoughtful, HN being an example of such. Sadly, I'd say the fact that every other

> This would only work in a place where the discourse is generally polite and thoughtful, HN being an example of such. Sadly, I'd say the fact that every other commenter seems to go out of their way to point out that they're not a Trump supporter, and the fact that I feel the need to do so myself, is evidence enough that HN is not polite and thoughtful enough when it comes to this issue. And honestly I wouldn't expect that from HN, even though I do feel this is still a place where there is relatively more politeness and thoughtfulness.