We're all human, and make mistakes. It's sad to be silenced unknowingly. I love reading some the insightful comments on HN and following the discussions, but th

We're all human, and make mistakes. It's sad to be silenced unknowingly. I love reading some the insightful comments on HN and following the discussions, but the hellbanning policy is one of the reasons I prefer Reddit and am more likely to contribute there (despite it's own issues). It feels like a much more open and friendlier community because there isn't that fear of being shunned for a single infraction hanging over you.