This is constantly my question. I have NEVER seen an instance of flagging or downvoting on HN that didn't reflect someone's snitty preference. HN should abolish

This is constantly my question. I have NEVER seen an instance of flagging or downvoting on HN that didn't reflect someone's snitty preference. HN should abolish them both and allow user's to notify HN moderators if there is a post that is truly offensive or scandalous.