Thanks for the perspective and feedback.
I agree that free downvotes were needed and appropriate when they were instituted, and probably saved the platform from devolving into a Mad Max arena.
However, as a relative newcomer, I clearly see distinct downsides of the free downvote. It is a blunt instrument that has faithfully served its purpose, but needs to be replaced with a more precise tool. And that more precise tool must be experimentally developed and demonstrated on Layer 2.
That’s what I’m endeavoring to do with VYB. Hopefully other potential solutions will also be instantiated, with at least one proving itself worthy and effective.
I appreciate and respect your perspective and welcome your continued feedback.