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> I can't help but call it how much less rigorous HN is when talking about this issue than, say, anything that doesn't affect them. HN is way better than other
by yodsanklai 3y ago
> I can't help but call it how much less rigorous HN is when talking about this issue than, say, anything that doesn't affect them.
HN is way better than other forums but has never been paragon of objectivity. Many sensitive topics will get you heavily downvoted if you go against the grain.
- lnxg33k1 3y agoI mean if a group of people has the same opinion, possibly instead of criticising the group of people, if you think there is a counterpoint to be made, just make the counterpoint:0
- carlosjobim 3y agoSpeaking of counterpoints, maybe hackers should make counter points instead of down voting things they disagree with?
- dmje 3y agoMy favourite: try suggesting that WordPress is ever a good solution for anything. InstaDownVotes.
- ParetoOptimal 3y agoBecause its a shining example of "just make things work" to a fault that prioritizes software maintanability and security way less. So its commercial success is a reminder of the poor state of technology for most and the business forces that drive it, veering closely to going off yet another cliff.