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by qzx_pierri
1322 days ago
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> Why does it matter how much he’s worth? Because some people think that wealth somehow equates to evil. It's a very juvenile way to think, and I suspect most people don't even know why they dislike Elon (or any other billionare - Elon is just an example). After people read so many sensationalized articles online, they adopt the author's sanctimonious opinions/views as their own. It's shocking how people can hold so much contempt for a man they've never met. Even if Elon posts snarky shit online, who doesn't? If everyone's life was put under a microscope, they would likely be under the same media firestorm as Elon, or even worse. EDIT: Instead of replying to me and engaging in discussion (maybe I could learn something), I get downvoted. Stay classy, HN. |
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I could ask the same about your comment please.
> Because some people think that wealth somehow equates to evil. It's a very juvenile way to think
You set up a strawman and knock it down. There are many legitimate reason why someone might object to Musk or his wealth. Thinking that “wealth somehow equates evil” is indeed juvenile, yet somehow you assume people hold that thought and work from that assumption.
> I suspect most people don't even know why they dislike Elon
Oh great. The sheepish masses. They don’t even have a coherent thought!
Except this is your fantasy again. There are many legitimate reasons to dislike him. Why don’t you ask people, instead of labeling them empty headed media-driven zombies? This is hardly a way to “engage in discussion”.
> It's shocking how people can hold so much contempt for a man they've never met.
He kinda put himself in front of others. That is his brand. It has benefits and drawbacks. I don’t know why you think one has to meet someone to judge their character. If he does contemptible things through online discussion why can’t someone hold him in contempt?
> If everyone's life was put under a microscope, they would likely be under the same media firestorm as Elon, or even worse.
I doubt it is truly everyone. Many many individuals live a public life without kicking of a firestorm with the same regularity he does.