[cestith]

I don't know about you, but many of us on HN make our livings with things protected by copyright, trademark, and sometimes patents. Supporting the framework that enables our livelihoods is not a moral judgment. It is a practical concern.

Also, there are legal issues over promotion of pirated content.

Also, there are ethical concerns over pirating content that is easily and cheaply available legally.

Also, I said "Please" and didn't force anything on anyone.

Also, under a strict interpretation posting directly to pirated material is likely a violation of the Terms of Use for HN. https://www.ycombinator.com/legal/#tou

[collyw]

I said stop pushing, not stop forcing. And I didn't post pirated material I asked you to stop moralizing.