Comment by colinbartlett
10 years ago
The original hypothesis was:
> If Hacker News could fund startups, what startups would it fund?
The answer was clear and overwehlming: The people chose an understated business model helmed by a charismatic leader who they passionately believe in. We choose an antiestablishment founder over the status quo.
You asked the question and you didn't like the answer. It's your house so you're within your rights but I can't say I'm pleased with the way this was decided.
The question also came with a few stipulations, and the winner did not like them.
This was never about pleasing the HN community.
I've figured YC out as soon as I finished reading a few good books on it. I especially loved the journey Justin and co. went through in their frantic search for something (seemingly anything would've done) to sell. HN does not equal YC, regardless of whoever is at its helm. Just as the well being of the 1 percent does not equal the well being of the human species.