This is why I say moderation should be quick and silent, like a ninja in the night. Nobody tries to sass a ninja, or kiss his ass.

Having a priviledged elite that go around lording it over the peasants doesn't create an interesting board. Even if you think it's funny to watch people get banned, you're just part of an audience watching a performance. That's not what a board should be like. If I wanted to be audience, I'd go to a concert.