We need a "favorite" reaction emoji. Then we can all know everyone's favorite favorites favorite on all the favorite threads.
Seriously though, its the lowest common denominator and easiest way to get posts on a thread. Everyone's got a first gun or favorite xyz. It's why we're hear.
How in the flying EFF am I supposed to know what my favorite favorite is supposed to be? I don't guess I've had enough time to watch CNN or MSNBC lately.