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> " I simply don't see why it matters if N=1 or N=10 (put differently, N=1 is not a special case that deserves being considered differently)." Because there is
by potatolicious 13y ago
> " I simply don't see why it matters if N=1 or N=10 (put differently, N=1 is not a special case that deserves being considered differently)."
Because there is a narrative to this story that AirBnb wants to portray, which may help them in their legal battles. It's the same reason why they call themselves part of the "sharing economy" - they're trying rub a grassroots, everyman shine all over the company, deservedly or otherwise.
Large, organized, professional operations run counter to this narrative. The story is supposed to be about helping the average Joe make ends meet, expect a lot of PR focus on working-class families, students, and the empowering effect of AirBnb income. Expect things that run counter to this narrative to be downplayed or eliminated.