I suppose its a bit the same as posting comments to the discussion boards that could be removed for breaching ebay  policy too.  Posters still do it.

In relation to feedback - IMO what comments are  "negative" is subjective and not also so clear cut as some posters make out. Much the same as when sellers seek feedback removal themselves.  Its all subjective, and ebay's call - not the posters on these boards.

I think it is good to discuss on these boards the pros and cons of the current ebay feedback system - with all the different perspectives reflected. It also creates awareness for new sellers reading the boards of the non-payment system including strikes.