[4ntonius8lock]

I didn't read it. But for some of us, silly inane comments that don't add to the conversation can detract from it.

If that's what you are looking for, may I suggest reddit? On there, an article is posted and you'll have 10,000s of silly one liners with no information or further understanding. Most never having even read the FA. I personally love the fact that /. doesn't allow this. It means those of us who want to discuss topics can actually do so without drowning in a sea of silliness.

[clairity]

good satire does contribute to the conversation and shouldn't be buried imho. but yes, silly jokes and memes can clutter the discussion.

/. admits humor via the "funny" moderation, which then allows you to show or hide funny comments via filtering.

[4ntonius8lock]

Good satire is entertaining.

It does not help build bridges of communication between people who think differently. That's why I think it's looked down upon here.

You are right on the /. point. :)