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Re:GitHub threatens to shut down a repository for using the ... by zobzu on Wednesday July 29, 2015 @02:02AM (#9966576)
This is the internet, where retarded people redefine the words and their world view as they see fit.

Most comments and up/down votes are about what people like/dislike not about what's either right, interesting or insightful.

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Re:GitHub threatens to shut down a repository for using the ... by waterlesscloud on Wednesday July 29, 2015 @02:47AM (#9966743)
I take every downvote on a comment of undeniable factual information as a clear indication of the downward slide of HN.

It is what it is, and the mods couldn't care less.

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