This is a great outcome for that story. I must admit, I did too assume it was trolling behaviour when I saw the bidding on HN.<p>He wanted to do the work, he got what he wanted, and the US Government got the job done for just $1!<p>Not sure how anyone can see this but a victory for the US public.<p>18F is, I think, a fantastic initiative; I hope HM Government takes note - could be fantastic here in the UK too.