To me it seems that HN has mostly been about content and thoughtful presentation. Not all of my comments are always happy unicorn rainbows, but if I'm presenting an alternative or unpopular opinion I (try) to at least explain my reasoning and logic.
Lame jabs, cheap shots, bad jokes, and vapid comments DO seem to get rightly pounded down.
Lame jabs, cheap shots, bad jokes, and vapid comments DO seem to get rightly pounded down.