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Interesting. What I mean is that forums used to feel welcoming and moderators were much more hands off - usually only acting because of general outcries

People would also usually post from multiple users whereas now it's all about tanking karma

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I think the volume of self-promotion in places that allow it has increased to a point that failing to take some action to limit it will lead to a forum most people don't want to participate in more often than not.

I think you're right

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