[pefloresjr]

I like the up/down votes.  It would be foolish to assign any real meaning to the votes.  However, there are times that I agree or disagree with a post but don't have the time or anything important to add to the discussion.  I use the votes to participate in the debate with silent approval/disapproval.  It makes me feel somewhat powerful, judging from the void of the internet.  ;) 

I agree that humor is most likely to be up-voted, but strong, evidence-based comments get the most support.  For instance, Terry is not particularly humorous on this board (even though he has a sparkling personality in person) but his posts are so often on point and supported by evidence that his posts receive a lot of votes.  (I owe you a beer at the next meet up for calling you out Terry!)  So count me as one of the members who enjoys the voting system.

Cheers,
Pete F.

[pefloresjr]

I like the up/down votes.  It would be foolish to assign any real meaning to the votes.  However, there are times that I agree or disagree with a post but don't have the time or anything important to add to the discussion.  I use the votes to participate in the debate with silent approval/disapproval.  It makes me feel somewhat powerful, judging from the void of the internet.  ;) 

I agree that humor is most likely to be up-voted, but strong, evidence-based comments get the most support.  For instance, Terry is not particularly humorous on this board (even though he has a sparkling personality in person) but his posts are so often on point and supported by evidence that his posts receive a lot of votes.  (I owe you a beer at the next meet up for calling you out Terry!)  So count me as one of the members who enjoys the voting system.

Cheers,
Pete F.