alt Hacker NewsSaying no is always an option, and this seemed like the opportunity for this. Highly paid devs consistently choosing to do this and using the "following orders"/"food on the table" defense should be socially unacceptable. However, the parent seems to feel no guilt despite the many comments blaming him, so I think protecting his feelings is not necessary.
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nixon_why69 • today at 2:19 PM
You don't know anything about them. Do they have kids? On a visa? Both? Need health insurance?
Yes, "just following orders" was not an excuse for the holocaust but we're talking about a subscription here. I for one appreciate the honesty.
90% of my coworkers are H1B and are basically perpetually terrified of being deported. I completely disagree with your assessment.
> so I think protecting his feelings is not necessary.
No, just the barrage of completely lacking-of-empathy responders need your white-knighting. It’s a good thing you’re here for them.