> I've been reading HN for years and I would assume 90% of the comment section or more is people who only want to be employees.

That is correct, I've also noticed over the years. I'm sure the public of HN broadened over the years.

I use HN as a more selective/to the point source of tech news without all the karma-whoring that's present on reddit.

I'm delighted to read the comments of really smart people around here, mostly more than the article itself.