Re:Ask HN: Are we still allowed to be controversial without ...
by soueuls on Thursday March 09, 2023 @02:23AM
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Yes it's possible. But if you want to be controversial, you need to expect controversy. That's what the word implies.
From personal experience, it's far easier to cross the line completely than flirt with it.
If you are just a little off base, you will get a lot of pushbacks.
Once you cross the line for good, it's easier. 95% of the world population will not want to associate with you in any way. But you become part of a tribe.
If you have a hard time handling criticizing or being canceled, then don't do it.
From personal experience, it's far easier to cross the line completely than flirt with it.
If you are just a little off base, you will get a lot of pushbacks.
Once you cross the line for good, it's easier. 95% of the world population will not want to associate with you in any way. But you become part of a tribe.
If you have a hard time handling criticizing or being canceled, then don't do it.