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Hacker News users question rise of dead comments
Original: Ask HN: Why so many dead comments lately?
A question posted on Hacker News asks why so many comments on the site have lately been marked dead, a status in which posts are hidden from other readers, often after moderation or flagging. The discussion has drawn attention and likes, with users apparently concerned about moderation practices, transparency, and the health of conversation on the forum.
Why now: Users are actively discussing a noticeable recent increase in comments being killed or hidden on the site.
Evidence
- Ask HN: Why so many dead comments lately? · mattm · 20
API: https://socialmediatrends-api.osmike.com/v1/trends/441282