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I'm always surprised to see articles like this upvoted on Hacker News. Not that there is anything wrong with the content, but it surprises me that it is popula
by andrewmutz 12y ago
I'm always surprised to see articles like this upvoted on Hacker News. Not that there is anything wrong with the content, but it surprises me that it is popular on a forum relating to startups and technology.
- noahbradley 12y agoI like to imagine that many upper-middle class folks enjoy the fantasy of a "simpler," lower class existence. Likewise, I suspect many who benefit from the system dream of seeing that same system die. Neither will likely ever happen, but it's a pleasant fantasy.
- Fomite 12y agoThere is nothing inherently linking startups and technology with engaging in working-class tourism.
- ripb 12y ago>it surprises me that it is popular on a forum relating to startups and technology The culture they discuss in the article is highly applicable to the home of the modern startup though - San Francisco.