A lot of HN moderation is aimed at curtailing discussions that tend to be unproductive flamewars. I wouldn't take it as "truth-suppression" just that people tend to already have their opinions formed on some topics and prefer to just shout them at each other rather than have a discussion.

Very curious who is downvoting this comment, as I’ve frequently experienced with this sort of topic, rather than providing a substantive response

Discrimination and racism against Asian Americans is something that gets flagged a lot on HN in my experience.

But then again, discrimination and racism posts in general are something that gets flagged a lot on HN so it's not surprising.

Because anything that challenges the narrative and posits that diversity and inclusion initiatives are actually harming minorities (Asians) is somehow racist. For example, if I were to make a comment saying affirmative action is racism, my comment would get insta-flagged.

no it wouldn't, people make that argument on here all the time

That site hijacks the browser's history (clicking back button opens "Stories to check before you go") and it's filled with clickbait from taboola, maybe a website with less shady practices would get less flagged.

They’re proving your point as we speak.