I think that republishing is good if the content is worthy, and maybe didn't get the attention it deserved. Republishing/re-promoting is kind of like spaced re

I think that republishing is good if the content is worthy, and maybe didn't get the attention it deserved. Republishing/re-promoting is kind of like spaced repetition software for content. I always take note of old articles on the front page of HN because its a signal they have lasting value.