On one hand, it's nice to have a place where politics is less-commonly discussed and where the focus can be on tech.
On the other hand, some of the most in-depth, interesting comments I've seen on political situations and views, I've seen on HN, comments that have made me seriously think. When HNers remain civil and just have thorough discussion on a political topic, I enjoy it. The problem is not letting it turn into a flamewar, and politics is one of those subjects that attracts emotional responses.
Then, finally, is the difficulty in determining what constitutes "politics", as politics intersects with technology all the time.
HN mods will draw the line, and then all we'll do is argue about where the line should be. Problem will not be solved, just moved.
On one hand, it's nice to have a place where politics is less-commonly discussed and where the focus can be on tech.
On the other hand, some of the most in-depth, interesting comments I've seen on political situations and views, I've seen on HN, comments that have made me seriously think. When HNers remain civil and just have thorough discussion on a political topic, I enjoy it. The problem is not letting it turn into a flamewar, and politics is one of those subjects that attracts emotional responses.
Then, finally, is the difficulty in determining what constitutes "politics", as politics intersects with technology all the time.
HN mods will draw the line, and then all we'll do is argue about where the line should be. Problem will not be solved, just moved.