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> HN does not specifically ask for gender in the profile (which is a good thing, IMO, since it's not necessary for the discussions) Agree. > Maybe we are in f
by LudwigNagasena 3y ago
> HN does not specifically ask for gender in the profile (which is a good thing, IMO, since it's not necessary for the discussions)
Agree.
> Maybe we are in for a pleasant surprise in terms of demographics
How can any such result be pleasant or unpleasant?
- smegsicle 3y agopeople's emotions and moods are influenced by their perception of the environment, including things they see, hear, or even think about therefore even the virtual presence of something wonderful* being in one's vicinity can have an impact on an individual's emotional state, making the environment feel more "pleasant" * https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_are_wonderful https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_are_wonderful
- Pseudomanifold 3y agoPleasant in the sense that I'd love to see some myths about this being a 'man-only' site dispelled. Should have clarified that!
- somsak2 3y ago"this site just has too many blacks on it" see how that's problematic?
- Pseudomanifold 3y agoFully agree with you there! As I said, I'm merely interested in getting a rough picture of the demographics (INB4: selection bias etc.). I find the statement you mention just as problematic as if you were to switch out the ethnic identity with _any_ form (self-identified) identity. That being said, I don't see anything problematic about looking at population demographics and then asking _why_ some identities are over- or under-represented. This poll should not be used for that, though :-)
- smegsicle 3y agowhy do you use the term 'myth' ?
- Pseudomanifold 3y agoMaybe 'assumption' would have been the better choice. Given that HN is (for me!) broadly about playfully engaging with technology and society at large, I would expect that this _should_ attract a relatively diverse audience.