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>>nicola+(OP)
I've noticed that all the online spaces I enjoy visiting are heavily moderated. Whenever I get linked to "free speech" loosely-moderated platforms, I usually hit the back button pretty quick.

>>optima+t7
Here here. This and metafilter are my two islands of quality, both very much moderated.

>>m_faye+6e
I think what's been even more effective than moderation for Metafilter is the imposition of a $5 flat fee to join. I would happily pay as much to stay on HN. A very affordable and worthwhile purchase for an individual, but a significant economic barrier for bot farms.