Meta referrer tag present; minimal tracking signals visible on-domain; no explicit privacy policy linked from item page.
Terms of Service
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Legal link present but not visible in item page content; standard community moderation implied by structure.
Accessibility
+0.10
Article 2 Article 25
Alt text minimal; semantic HTML present; no ARIA labels detected; basic structural accessibility.
Mission
+0.12
Article 19 Article 20
Community-driven discussion platform; facilitates free expression and assembly without editorial gatekeeping on individual posts.
Editorial Code
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Guidelines available but not enforced at item level; community moderation model.
Ownership
+0.05
Article 19
Y Combinator ownership; for-profit entity; no apparent conflicts in item moderation visible.
Access Model
+0.18
Article 19 Article 20
Open read access; login optional for participation; no paywalls; low barrier to entry for both consumption and expression.
Ad/Tracking
-0.08
Article 12
JavaScript present (hn.js); limited visible ad infrastructure in item view; baseline privacy concern for tracking.
Score Breakdown
+0.43
PreamblePreamble
Medium Advocacy Coverage
Editorial
+0.25
Structural
+0.35
SETL
-0.19
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Page title and structure signal commitment to open discourse on urgent global concerns (AI safety). Community voting mechanism implies dignity and equal voice. Structural design enables free assembly and expression.
Observable Facts
Page title explicitly asks meta-question about AI research institutions and safety priorities.
Voting system allows all users equal ability to amplify or diminish posts regardless of source.
Login is optional; anonymous participation is permitted.
Inferences
The question posed advocates for transparency about institutional priorities, aligning with Preamble values of dignity and equality.
Structural openness to anonymous participation supports conditions for fearless expression on sensitive topics.
+0.38
Article 1Freedom, Equality, Brotherhood
Medium Advocacy Coverage
Editorial
+0.20
Structural
+0.30
SETL
-0.17
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content enables equal voice regardless of background; voting is non-discriminatory by design. Post origin (individual user with no special status) treated equally in ranking.
Observable Facts
Post author identified as ordinary user (DietaryNonsense) with no institutional affiliation displayed.
Voting mechanism treats all users equally in amplification.
No discrimination visible in content display or ranking logic.
Inferences
Structural design treats all humans as equals in speech rights, reinforcing dignity principle.
Anonymous framing of serious concern demonstrates commitment to merit-based discourse over status.
+0.30
Article 2Non-Discrimination
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No discrimination visible in structural access; minimal accessibility barriers observed but not optimized.
Observable Facts
No explicit discrimination markers in HTML structure or content display.
Accessibility features minimal (no ARIA, limited alt text).
Inferences
Lack of accessibility optimization suggests unintentional barriers for disabled users.
ND
Article 3Life, Liberty, Security
No observable content addressing right to life, liberty, or security of person.
ND
Article 4No Slavery
No observable content addressing slavery or servitude.
ND
Article 5No Torture
No observable content addressing torture or cruel treatment.
ND
Article 6Legal Personhood
No observable content addressing right to recognition as person before law.
ND
Article 7Equality Before Law
No observable content addressing equality before law.
ND
Article 8Right to Remedy
No observable content addressing effective remedy for human rights violations.
ND
Article 9No Arbitrary Detention
No observable content addressing arbitrary arrest or detention.
+0.33
Article 10Fair Hearing
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.25
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Community discussion structure provides forum for fair and public hearing; no evidence of secret proceedings or hidden moderation at item level.
Observable Facts
All comments visible and publicly displayed.
Moderation (if any) not visible at item discussion stage.
No observable content addressing criminal procedure or presumption of innocence.
-0.29
Article 12Privacy
Medium Practice
Editorial
-0.15
Structural
-0.25
SETL
+0.16
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
JavaScript present for tracking; referrer policy set to 'origin'; user activity logged and stored without explicit opt-in consent visible on page. Structural privacy safeguards minimal.
Observable Facts
Meta referrer tag set to 'origin', signaling tracking behavior.
JavaScript file loaded (hn.js) for client-side functionality.
No visible cookie consent banner or privacy policy link on item page.
User voting and comment activity recorded with timestamp and user ID.
Inferences
Absence of privacy controls or consent mechanisms suggests weak structural protection of private life.
JavaScript execution enables client-side tracking without explicit user consent visible.
+0.64
Article 13Freedom of Movement
High Practice Advocacy
Editorial
+0.40
Structural
+0.50
SETL
-0.22
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform structure enables and protects freedom of movement within digital space; no geographic restrictions on access visible; minimal barriers to participation.
Observable Facts
No geographic restrictions visible in HTML or access controls.
Login optional; anonymous access permitted from any location.
Content accessible without VPN or special credentials.
Inferences
Open access design affirms freedom of movement and residence principles in digital domain.
ND
Article 14Asylum
No observable content addressing right to seek asylum.
ND
Article 15Nationality
No observable content addressing nationality.
ND
Article 16Marriage & Family
No observable content addressing marriage or family.
-0.28
Article 17Property
Medium Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
-0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
User content (posts, comments, votes) recorded and attributed to user accounts without explicit property rights protections. No visible mechanism for content ownership control or removal by author.
Observable Facts
Posts and comments permanently linked to user accounts.
No visible user control panel for content deletion or modification on item page.
Voting data recorded and displayed publicly with user attribution.
Inferences
Structural design grants Hacker News implicit rights over user-generated content without explicit opt-in property protections.
ND
Article 18Freedom of Thought
No observable content addressing freedom of thought, conscience, or religion.
+0.86
Article 19Freedom of Expression
High Advocacy Practice
Editorial
+0.65
Structural
+0.70
SETL
-0.19
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Core function of platform is to enable free expression; question posted seeks information on institutional safety priorities; voting mechanism protects minority viewpoints; structural design minimizes editorial gatekeeping. No prior restraint visible.
Observable Facts
Page title is a question seeking information and critique of AI research institutions.
Content posted without apparent editorial review or approval requirement.
Voting mechanism allows amplification of minority viewpoints independent of moderation.
Anonymous participation permitted; no mandatory identity disclosure.
Comment form available to all users below item; submission unfiltered.
Inferences
Platform structure deliberately enables individuals to seek and impart ideas on matters of public concern without institutional interference.
Voting system protects unpopular speech by allowing community-driven amplification independent of editorial authority.
Open participation design affirms principle that all have equal right to express views on institutional accountability.
+0.70
Article 20Assembly & Association
High Advocacy Practice
Editorial
+0.55
Structural
+0.60
SETL
-0.17
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform structure enables peaceful assembly for discussion of shared concerns; no visible restrictions on forming groups or discussing topics; voting and commenting allow collective expression.
Observable Facts
Discussion threads enable asynchronous assembly of individuals around shared topics.
No restrictions visible on who may participate in comments or voting.
Comment form enables collective input on single topic.
Inferences
Structural design facilitates peaceful association around matters of public concern without editorial restriction.
Discussion forum enables individuals to collectively address shared institutional accountability questions.
+0.38
Article 21Political Participation
Medium Advocacy Coverage
Editorial
+0.30
Structural
+0.35
SETL
-0.13
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Voting mechanism is non-discriminatory; however, structural design is not explicitly framed as democratic governance. No evidence of equal access to political participation or government input.
Observable Facts
Voting system treats all users equally in amplification mechanics.
No discrimination visible in voting access.
Inferences
Equal voting mechanics support democratic participation principles within platform scope, though broader political participation is not in scope.
ND
Article 22Social Security
No observable content addressing social security or welfare rights.
ND
Article 23Work & Equal Pay
No observable content addressing labor rights or work.
ND
Article 24Rest & Leisure
No observable content addressing rest and leisure.
ND
Article 25Standard of Living
No observable content addressing standard of living or health.
+0.25
Article 26Education
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.15
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Platform accessible to all without explicit barriers; educational value in transparent discussion of technical safety concerns. No subscription or payment required.
Observable Facts
Free access to all users.
No payment or credential requirements for reading discussion.
Inferences
Open access supports broader education on AI safety by reducing barriers to participation.
+0.33
Article 27Cultural Participation
Medium Advocacy Coverage
Editorial
+0.30
Structural
+0.25
SETL
+0.12
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Content engages with scientific and technical question about AI research priorities; community participation enables cultural exchange on shared concerns. Structural design does not prioritize intellectual property protection.
Observable Facts
Question posed addresses scientific and institutional question about AI research priorities.
User-generated content shared without apparent copyright enforcement.
Platform enables participation in scientific discourse on matter of public interest without intellectual property barriers.
+0.43
Article 28Social & International Order
Medium Advocacy Coverage
Editorial
+0.35
Structural
+0.30
SETL
+0.13
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Discussion itself asserts expectation of international order in which institutions are accountable for stated vs. actual safety priorities. Platform enables public discourse on this expectation.
Observable Facts
Question directly addresses institutional accountability for safety claims vs. actual practice.
Platform permits public questioning of institutional priorities without censorship.
Inferences
Structural design supports public discourse on global institutional accountability, affirming rights described in Article 28.
+0.25
Article 29Duties to Community
Low Practice
Editorial
ND
Structural
+0.20
SETL
ND
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
Community guidelines present but not visibly enforced on item; structural design imposes minimal restrictions on expression. No Terms of Service visible on page.
Observable Facts
Guidelines link present in footer but not enforced visibly at item level.
No apparent restriction on expression of this particular viewpoint.
Inferences
Structural design permits broad expression with minimal visible restrictions, though off-page governance likely exists.
+0.31
Article 30No Destruction of Rights
Low Practice
Editorial
+0.25
Structural
+0.20
SETL
+0.11
Combined
ND
Context Modifier
ND
No state entity visible in item governance; platform does not appear to interpret rights in manner that would undermine UDHR principles on this specific item. Comment section not visibly suppressed.
Observable Facts
No state censorship or removal visible on item.
Question remains posted and accessible without modification.
Inferences
Platform permits discussion that could not be suppressed under Article 30 interpretation.