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I’m okay with demonetization for things with less proof than the main alternative. What I would be against is censorship: denying the voice.

• CheezeIt 5y ago
  Either is for the purpose of central control of discourse.
  • mc32 5y ago
    My view is no one has a right to “monetization” on someone else's platform. Admittedly it is has a “chilling effect” but I’m more concerned that we should allow debate instead of being concerned we should be able to make money off of the debate.
    • dragonsky 5y ago
      I think you are right and debate is needed, but unfortunately on online platforms debate is really hard to keep civil and respectful. On platforms like HN where the audience is somewhat selective and moderation is possible you can have a reasonable debate, however on platforms like YouTube where views are money it can be difficult for creators to not play to the algorithm and go for the click-bate title with the emotive thumbnail with content that will attract the most views. I think YouTube, by removing the money making imperative is at least removing that driver from the equation whilst leaving the possibility of still posting controversial material and allowing debate.