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Haha, no sorry. Had to.. I think its an approach. I have seen people from western countries do it too, maybe not as often though. Some people just feel that's the way to do it. They associate followers with success. When really its quality of followers IE: people with related interests or common goals. Those are the good people to have follow you.
Its a follow or an upvote being organic, as opposed to pushed or forced.
I also commented on the post you referenced. For different reasons though haha! but yes the spammy comments have increased which is unfortunate. Anyway, thanks for the thoughts yo. You are appreciated
You too, my computer duder.
'' I FOLLOW U ,U FOLLOW ME"