Since when is commenting on "opt-out" instead of "opt-in" when referring to a telemarketing bill "Offtopic"? I've only done Offtopic mods *once*, and that was when the post was not only Offtopic, but severely offensive.

Mods, save your points. Moderate up the posts that are hidden gems, and moderate down the posts that are complete crap. Leave the middle posts alone.

I'd say that's one way to reduce/eliminate the annoying "First Post" crew, but it makes it a bit annoying to have to wait, especially when you think you have something useful to say.

Oh, well. It was a throw-away post that I posted that made fun of the idea of building your own Apple by talking about making your own apple (the fruit).

What is happening in the world when someone who accepts Microsoft is getting decent mods?