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The "force" is actually one or two people. It's hard to prove and impossible to change. No one will believe you, either.

>>elpock+(OP)
If it works..

There are a billion forums with less stringent moderation. Moderation is a very large part that makes HN good and not so game-able like most sites

>>elpock+(OP)
Could you make your accusation more clearly? Are you saying it's 'dang' and 'pg'? One or two regular users abusing the flagging system? Or a couple dark and shadowy figures who have no public presence?

>>nkurz+kw
I don't mean to make accusations or invent "shadowy figures". HN has a very small number of moderators and their actions are not transparent, that's all.

>>elpock+Wi1
Thanks for clarifying. I think part of my confusion was that HN only has one moderator at this point. Also, I'd probably say "not always obvious" rather than "not transparent". While there is no public record of moderation, at least for me Dan has been excellent about answering questions when asked.

>>nkurz+Jm1
Yes. I will use the words you want me to use, and not my own words. Thanks for helping me out.

>>elpock+8p1
I think you've misinterpreted my tone. I was not trying to tell you how to speak, but rather how I view the issue. You are welcome to share your own view.