The question How does the work of a pure mathematician impact society? has at the time of writing 2 votes to close and likely a 'pending' one in addition (see a comment).

And, it also has many up-votes and answers.

There is not yet much meta discussion in the comments, yet in an effort to close the stable before the horse might bolt I thought I'd create this already, in case the need arises.

(This is a service-post; please do not interpret it as expressing an opinion for or against the question.)