Something feels different about people’s reactions to an OP in comments IMO. It is not always a thing, but more of a broad pattern. How do you personally view this? Do you see it too? Do you have some clear picture in mind as to why this difference exists? I have a few ideas, but don’t want to taint your takes on the subject.
If I’m asking a question, I only comment to thank users for particularly helpful answers, clarify the question, or ask for clarification on confusing answers. Otherwise I risk guiding discussion and getting lopsided answers or justifying accusations of agenda-pushing. If it’s a general question and I’m answering it personally, I’ll leave my own answer as a comment rather than in the textbox, so votes on my answer aren’t lumped with votes on my question.
If I’m sharing content, I try to engage with all replies if substance, since I shared it with the goal of discussing it.
If I made a shitpost that people liked I will continue to shitcomment.