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It's popular to poo on USA these days, but I had a similar experience with Canada. I was about to present at NIPS (a ML conference in Vancouver) in 2010, but w
by Radim 9y ago
It's popular to poo on USA these days, but I had a similar experience with Canada.
I was about to present at NIPS (a ML conference in Vancouver) in 2010, but was denied visa (Czech citizen - EU). No reason given. Those pesky PhD computer scientists, we don't want them in our country, ruining our economies! :)
I also cursed a bit, but unlike the OP, didn't cry (WTF?). It's their country, their rules, their loss (I think).
- Radim 9y agoI wasn't the only one by the way, and NIPS moved away from Canada the following year.
- saghm 9y ago> I also cursed a bit, but unlike the OP, didn't cry (WTF?). It's not really constructive to criticize how someone else responded emotionally to the same situation. It's great for you that you didn't cry, but it's not like anyone chooses to cry, and there's nothing wrong with them for doing so.
- Radim 9y agoWell, that was my initial reaction, honestly. It's great for you that your reaction was different, but it's not like anyone chooses their initial reaction. How is criticising me for it constructive? I only wish the best for Daniel, I know the situation sucks.