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I got it but I also remember a time when people purposely restrained from turning the comment section into a joke fest. It's simple when I want to write and read silly stuff I go on reddit and when I want a serious discussion I come here.

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I think it's difficult to refrain from such sophomoric behavior when the title of the article so blatantly aligns with the joke. If an article was submitted with the title, "Beans, beans, they're good for your heart..." I think we'd all have a tough time abstaining from ANY sort of reaction.

It's not difficult to refrain. Before you post ask yourself if it adds anything meaningful to the conversation. Quoting television to make a joke doesn't really add anything substantial unless it's related to the topic and says something beyond the actual joke.

Regarding "beans, beans", maybe also ask yourself if you are 13 or not :)

For what it's worth, the tide turned significantly and I'm now in the negative.

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