Ask HN: What are your thoughts of a Perl-based startup?

I have been offered to join a Perl-based startup as Product Manager. As far as I know, Perl is no longer very popular, especially in startup circles. My issue would be the future hiring of good developers... would it make it harder to attract them?

Also, if I do take on this position I might have the possibility of switching to a different language, transitioning slowly over time. Python would be my first choice for a number of reasons. What are the best arguments in favor of python over perl?

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