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It's also self-selecting. People who aren't aligned with this particular filter bubble don't stick around long. I say that as someone who has temporarily rage-quit HN a couple times over frustration with what came across as closed-mindedness on the part of the majority of commenters on certain topics.

Unfortunately for my blood pressure, it's still the best source for a few types of tech and startup topics. And at least it's not as bad as the filter bubble on slashdot.