To see where this kind of conduct leads, need only check out the fate of Fluttercoin, another piece of unique and innovative tech (proof of transaction) that is sitting on the crypto scrap pile primarily because the dev had the same kind of attitude.
That is the main value of a moderated thread.
The appearance of squabbling is very damaging to confidence.
I wouldn't trust any coin that hides behind a moderated thread. Free and frank discussion is essential to the development of community trust. Check the Darkcoin thread, the largest Alt thread on BTC Forum.
I support moderated thread because there are losers that show up just to spew unsubstantiated FUD. It's like graffiti, you wipe that shit off and keep your store open for business.
Super has been pretty good about not over-moderating. Spend some time reading the thread and you will see people speaking their mind and Superteam just taking it on the chin when it's warranted.
Any coin worth its salt will get FUD. Without FUD, there is no reason to invest in the coin.