Oh, really? Only one? I got exactly what you were saying. I clapped, too, but didn’t comment. Just out of curiosity, I read every comment on the article in question, and quite a number of people were in support of your opinion.

Sure, there were a few jerks, but most comments were neither pro nor con per your essay and several said things like “thank you” and other things in agreement or support. Re-read the comments. I don’t think the world is as much against you as you perceive.