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Actually I think direct links to petitions shouldn't be allowed (much like posts with subjects like "Vote Up If You Like Cookies"). Links should exist for the
by hugh3 15y ago
Actually I think direct links to petitions shouldn't be allowed (much like posts with subjects like "Vote Up If You Like Cookies").
Links should exist for the benefit of the reader, not the benefit of the submitter.
- bane 15y agohttp://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=3034076 http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=3034076 I can actually see your point on this. This is a weird gray area in the guidelines I think.
- cookiecaper 15y agoA direct link to a petition does not require or imply that the reader has taken some action because they endorse the subject matter. It's perfectly reasonable to click on a petition, read it, and refuse to sign it. I don't see a problem.