Google plans to make significant changes to its internal message board, Memegen, following employee disputes over the war in Gaza. The changes include removing the virtual thumbs-down feature and metrics that show meme popularity. The company cites employee feedback about feeling bad from negative votes and the competitive nature of the metrics. However, some employees fear the changes may stifle free expression. The debate reflects tension between Google's outspoken employees and executives. Memegen, a beloved platform for real-time reactions, has been a unique community hub at Google. The tone of employee conversations has become more contentious in recent years, particularly during discussions about the war in Gaza. The changes aim to address these issues and maintain a respectful environment on the platform.