"people" hate javascript. "they" can't write code.
i've learned from experience that "people" who use generalized statements like those will never be the superstars that make real shit happen. they're far too insecure, attacking perceived weaknesses of the tools used rather than the work output and very often, results achieved. elitism by attacking toolsets is insecurity driven by lacking experience and ultimately, lack of skill, nothing more. who the fuck cares what tools are used? did the project get results?
that's the lowest common denominator.