> a talking point

It's a question. There isn't any statements or manipulation in it.

> Why don't you just honestly say: "stop downvoting"

I effectively did. I said it "shouldn't be downvoted"

> There were 7 top level replies to the comment before you came along, hardly lacking discussion even with the downvotes.

That's my point. Hopefully others get to read those comments if this question isn't already pinned to the bottom.

For the record, I'm not against net neutrality.