[apearson]

Isn't this off-topic?

[sputknick]

I think it's in our wheelhouse. its about the unforeseen consequences of technology (instagram making a quiet town popular that would prefer to remain quiet).

[apearson]

Gotcha, didn't think of that. Thanks!

[jagged-chisel]

What's the "topic" of HN? The upvotes will decide whether this belongs. You're also welcome to flag it if you feel that's necessary.

[apearson]

Going off of: https://news.ycombinator.com/newsguidelines.html

Another commenter has given a good reason why it's on topic.