There is still some very good content in and among the racist trolling and political mudslinging. Aggressive use of their self-moderation tools can keep the horrors to a dull roar.
There is enough good content to enable one to believe that there's still some merit to the site, if only they could get a handle on the abuse. Unfortunately, they've given up trying. It largely reflects American culture wars (though other cultures are also there, and bring their own culture wars).