[alfredallan1]

Yes, this is both generally relevant, but specifically OT.

Hope the mods split it off.

There is indeed a performative aspect to a broad discussion, but it offers the advantage of raising broad based issues that just might not occur to an individual in a limited closed session.

While HN is not immune to the cons of online communities, I feel a generally civil tone, free of political snark, or heavy biases can be maintained.