> To those who espouse the idea that comments should be filtered for the greater good, I say 'You first.'
that's part of the reason why I come to HN, for well-moderated (or "censored" if you prefer) discussions on tech
that's part of the reason why I come to HN, for well-moderated (or "censored" if you prefer) discussions on tech
Probably the lack of ability to advertise here the way you are encouraged to do on Twitter/FB/IG/Reddit (because they need that revenue) factors in as well.
I don't care much about my freedom to speak. My voice will never be a significant influence on the world anyway. What I care about is my freedom to listen. I value the freedom to review all the evidence and all the arguments then draw my own conclusions.
I don't often want to read dead comments. They are mostly low quality and deserve their status. Nevertheless, showdead is sometimes quite useful and the transparency gives me more faith in the moderation.