This post tests how much exposure comments to open threads posted "late" get. If you are reading this then please either comment or upvote. Please don't do both and don't downvote. When the next open thread comes, I'll post another test comment as soon as possible with the same instructions. Then I'll compare the scores.

If the difference is insignificant, a LW forum is not warranted, and open threads are entirely sufficient.

PS: If you don't see a test comment in the next open thread (e.g. I've gone missing), please do post one in my stead. Thank you.

Edit: Remember that if you don't think I deserve the karma, but still don't want to comment, you can upvote this comment and downvote any one or more of my other comments.