Hacker Newsnew | past | comments | ask | show | jobs | submitlogin

He completely ignored Jim Crow laws and segregation where one side wanted to be treated as equals and the other side wanted to keep them segregated ?

By definition, being forced to drink out of separate water fountains is putting people on the opposite side - ie opposite poles.



His analysis was within the context of social media driving polarization, so why would you expect it to look at the Jim Crow era? It seems like you’re starting with a conclusion and working backwards.




Guidelines | FAQ | Lists | API | Security | Legal | Apply to YC | Contact

Search: