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I disagree. It doesn't make sense to say "in Europe" when talking about laws. Eventually "European Union", but the fact that the parent used "Europe" is a sign
by antpls 8y ago
I disagree.
It doesn't make sense to say "in Europe" when talking about laws. Eventually "European Union", but the fact that the parent used "Europe" is a signal that it could be simply fake information or a misinformed claims.
Saying "in Europe" is the result of lazyness OR misinformation. In both cases it results on an over-generalization, which can be dangerous. The "snarky reply" is being down voted while it is ACTUALLY TRUE and adds something to the conversation.
For people without downvote right, the only way to disagree is to post a comment, which is then downvoted... See the problem there?
It really makes you wonder how many facts, stories or anecdotes are voluntary or involuntary made up on HN.
- grawprog 8y ago>It really makes you wonder how many facts, stories or anecdotes are voluntary or involuntary made up on HN. Or just anywhere in general?? I've always assumed 90% of anything I read in any comment section is possibly bullshit personally. I'd really like to know when I missed the 'suddenly everything on the internet is supposed to be true' boat. When did this happen. Because, i've always gone with the assumption that the internet is full of lies and nonsense.