Agreed. We have a "reputation system" it's the thank count next to usernames. We have not handed out any privileges based on those yet, but will probably soon

Agreed. We have a "reputation system" it's the thank count next to usernames. We have not handed out any privileges based on those yet, but will probably soon take all with a certain thank count, look at their contributions and grant them some poweruser rights, e.g. commenting into all public debates and see how that goes.