I love it when someone finds a need to create a catch phrase such as "silent deletion". Very clever tactic.

I have no problem with editing as long as a clear picture of the discussion remains. The deletions that I am aware of have been unnecssary comments. If anything, these threads could use a little more editing to remain coherent.

I don't think it would be either wise or sensible to be informed of such deletions as it will bog down the thread with comments and posts of little relevance to the topic.

There are no assumed "rights" for any of the users of this site.

I've only had one serious disagreement with editing of a thread, and due to the sensitivity of the particular issue I did understand their reasoning, even though I felt and still feel differently.   I can respect their decision and put my trust in them to keep this site operating properly.   Discussions of nonsense like this aren't very productive are they?