I left all social media just after xmas after I couldn't take the constant flood of politics. I miss the memes but overall i've loved my decision. Ill never go back
"Constant flood of politics" also describes HN between late Dec and now IME. Have you considered leaving HN over it? (I have.)
I have not. I get a lot of value out of HN as it relates to my interests. I really don't get any value over what someone I went to college with who I no longer speak to anymore is doing with their lives. But I understand your frustrations. Its hard to find any place that escapes it all