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me: "in this context, it means without exception" you: "That doesn't actually mean anything." me: It does mean something. > I intended it about as much as yo

me: "in this context, it means without exception" you: "That doesn't actually mean anything." me: It does mean something. > I intended it about as much as you intended to come off as ignorant. You made a large number of vacuous claims that demonstrated a lack of understanding. This is extremely rude. To others: The above is becoming all too common on HN. And a big reason why I don't participate in the comment threads here much anymore. I almost feel sorry for some of you when you don't understand how rude you act. Almost, but not quite. I sometimes wish PG went through the site every once in a while and just banned anyone that made comments such as these. The level of discourse and friendliness of atmosphere would improve greatly. Is anyone with me on this? Anyway, I'll be over in G+ where I can block or mute anyone the instant they behave out of line. (A great feature I'd love to see HN get as well.)

saraid216 14y ago
> me: It does mean something. Okay, fair. "Without exception" is what a tyrant says. It is an assertion of whim over reality; instead of caring about consequences to real people, it hand-waves and declares fiat. It is, in short, completely antithetical to the entire point of the Constitution itself. I had assumed you were explaining it inside the context of reality, but apparently that's wrong. So nevermind that I proposed a route through which you could explain what it means. I suppose all it means is schoolyard rules. > And a big reason why I don't participate in the comment threads here much anymore. You mean it's not because people seem to be participating on HN for no better reason than pandering to the lurkers? You're the second person in a week I've "discussed" things with only to see that they had no intention of engaging and were only reciting talking points for the voiceless masses. > I almost feel sorry for some of you when you don't understand how rude you act. The feeling is mutual. You've refused to actually back up any of your claims. Instead, your only recourse is character attacks that center around how you're being treated. I've offered you multiple opportunities to actually respond usefully. You've refused to. I've explained my viewpoint honestly; you've dismissed this as being rude. What possible respect do you expect me to have for you?
- mkramlich 14y ago
  > Okay, fair. "Without exception" is what a tyrant says. wow. i'm speechless. also, me saying that I think you're being rude is not a character attack. If we were talking about economics and then I suddenly declared you probably like to rape babies, that would be a character attack. anyway, I'm done following up to your comments. I think we're fundamentally out of alignment communication-wise. good luck!

saraid216 14y ago

> me: It does mean something. Okay, fair. "Without exception" is what a tyrant says. It is an assertion of whim over reality; instead of caring about consequences to real people, it hand-waves and declares fiat. It is, in short, completely antithetical to the entire point of the Constitution itself. I had assumed you were explaining it inside the context of reality, but apparently that's wrong. So nevermind that I proposed a route through which you could explain what it means. I suppose all it means is schoolyard rules. > And a big reason why I don't participate in the comment threads here much anymore. You mean it's not because people seem to be participating on HN for no better reason than pandering to the lurkers? You're the second person in a week I've "discussed" things with only to see that they had no intention of engaging and were only reciting talking points for the voiceless masses. > I almost feel sorry for some of you when you don't understand how rude you act. The feeling is mutual. You've refused to actually back up any of your claims. Instead, your only recourse is character attacks that center around how you're being treated. I've offered you multiple opportunities to actually respond usefully. You've refused to. I've explained my viewpoint honestly; you've dismissed this as being rude. What possible respect do you expect me to have for you?

mkramlich 14y ago
> Okay, fair. "Without exception" is what a tyrant says. wow. i'm speechless. also, me saying that I think you're being rude is not a character attack. If we were talking about economics and then I suddenly declared you probably like to rape babies, that would be a character attack. anyway, I'm done following up to your comments. I think we're fundamentally out of alignment communication-wise. good luck!