Interesting view; I suppose if you look at HN as an extension of YC, then you're right: it would make sense that HN tends to focus/cater more to the growth/funding points of view.

For me, HN has become a source of news/ideas related to innovation (with an obvious leaning towards digital/technological innovation).

I guess, given how I see this community (and use it for access), it's refreshing to see an article like this :)