How to make comment sections a space for public discourse

My Edmonds News tested AI-powered comment moderation tools to improve community conversations and reduce staff workload Community commenting invites readers to have a conversation by creating a space for public discourse on issues affecting your community. It sounds great in theory, but these spaces have historically turned toxic due to bots and trolls. Many newsrooms disabled public… Source

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