I was just noticing (perhaps it’s just a coincidence)…

That with the exception of the posts where people are asking to be downvoted, so they can see if people are really identified,

There are already a lot fewer downvotes, even on political posts.

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SW-User

Maybe it's coincidence? I think the whole thing should be gone, as it's entirely negative (the ability to report already existed).

I saw a post today, someone took a screenshot of downvotes on a post they asked... and it made me worry (yes I worry a lot), this would become the new norm to shame people on here (which does happen).

bijouxbroussard · F

@SW-User Obviously that’s against the TOS, but it’s another reason people will be less likely to downvote vindictively.

SW-User

@bijouxbroussard yes for something that doesn't need to exist... but maybe that's cause I'm willing to say to someone I don't agree with how I don't, even when I feel bullied, and I feel the report button works much better?

bijouxbroussard · F

@SW-User I didn’t understand a reason for the downvote and rallied against it. But obviously they added it anyway, and have no plans to remove it. This was a compromise. That’s why I referred you to the admin announcements for the backstory.

SW-User

@bijouxbroussard That's okay, I appreciate your referral. I already know it, but thanks. I think it very misguided but what do I know?