It could be the "controversial topic" penalty, which is extremely heavy-handed. But I also notice that both anti-systemd and pro-other-init-system posts and com

It could be the "controversial topic" penalty, which is extremely heavy-handed. But I also notice that both anti-systemd and pro-other-init-system posts and comments are barraged with downvotes on all kinds of forums, including HN. It is definitely something that certain people don't want out in the world.