It seems like it. Every article I post that seems even remotely supportive of Israel is immediately flagged.
It's possible pro-Palestine stories are also flagged, but whenever I see an article on the crisis that gains any traction, the headline is invariable anti-Israel.
HN has a left-leaning audience, and it really just depends on the time of day, and when people see an article whether or not it will get downvoted for being political. It really depends on what side it takes.
From a research perspective, it would be interesting to submit political articles and monitor comments, points, and if it gets flagged. Then see if when the article gets posted whether or not certain actions happen. For example, if the West Coast, which is more left-leaning is awake, and active
I'm sure someone could write an interesting app for that
It seems like it. Every article I post that seems even remotely supportive of Israel is immediately flagged.
It's possible pro-Palestine stories are also flagged, but whenever I see an article on the crisis that gains any traction, the headline is invariable anti-Israel.
Not sure what's going on here.
Look again
I'm pleasantly surprised.
I can live with that - no more politics on HN.
This is a tech article about companies using technology to influence content.
It's interesting from a technology perspective, and because those same apps were likely used to take down this post.
HN has a left-leaning audience, and it really just depends on the time of day, and when people see an article whether or not it will get downvoted for being political. It really depends on what side it takes.
From a research perspective, it would be interesting to submit political articles and monitor comments, points, and if it gets flagged. Then see if when the article gets posted whether or not certain actions happen. For example, if the West Coast, which is more left-leaning is awake, and active
I'm sure someone could write an interesting app for that