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I was worried about people thinking I meant what I said when I wrote it. Then I decided that maybe the fact that people could theoretically take it seriously was a good reason to keep it how it was.


It certainly made me think - I'll even admit that for a moment my cursor was hovering over the down vote arrow.

It's sad, but it made me think BECAUSE there are people who think like this (and I've seen similar serious responses here on HN.)


Oh shutup.


Lighten up!


Case in point?


> I was worried about people thinking I meant what I said when I wrote it.

"Calling Out" is a pretty recognizable piece of social-justice cant. I think other social-justice types will probably pick up on it immediately.


I thought you meant it. Then I realized I was on HN, and I got confused. Thank you for clarifying, anyway. ;)


No, I agree. I'm glad I assumed correctly. Still, I was more concerned the message would get lost in downvotes.

What caught me was the specific wording used. Specifically, this caught my attention:

> I'm so irritated by women calling out sexist behaviors

For obvious reasons, this stands out.

All things considered, good job.




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