Maybe replacing the moderator hell/slowban system with a feedback system to improve commenter behavior instead of infuriating commenters and scaring away controversial people.
I've been banned a few times simply for strongly expressing an opinion contrary to HN ideology. I probably will be again for even bringing it up.
strongly expressing an opinion contrary to HN ideology
Is it merely contrary to HN ideology or something that's considered outside the realm of legitimate controversy in this community?
Some positions aren't going to be well-received no matter how well they are phrased, which is generally considered a good thing. We shouldn't have to continuously debate the idea that the universe is more than 10,000 years old, or that women should be first-class citizens in our society, for example.
I've been banned a few times simply for strongly expressing an opinion contrary to HN ideology. I probably will be again for even bringing it up.