I am glad we are trying something new. 

My only concern with "community vetting" is that it can often turn into mob rule.  Like on Craigslist, if enough people disagree with you they can simply flag your comment and have it removed. It can be perfectly honest and civil, but still you get the boot.  

At least this "Civil Comments" says it will flag the moderator for review. that is a nice sanity check feature.
Thanks !