Well, for a lot of thinking here is my point of view (of course, many can disagree):
The button shouldn't be used in case it is an release thread and it is used for hidding the download URL, or images, which is essential in the post, so it could give Mods some confusion, and even infract for not adding such contents.
Mods could have the option (if they don't have already) of seeing what is inside the like button without even likeing it. Tbh, I didn't even knew it existed before this thread. Or at least say (even without the user puts on the thread) that there's hidden content, or be necessary a user to say it (Downloads etc).
As @MentaL said, it can be sent as a gift, since whoever bought it (specially being such expensive subscription) is helping not only RaGEZONE, but also his family.
I actually don't see why you have a problem with this at all.
So far its only you who has had the problem, and Mental himself has said he put the feature in as an added thanks for buying a $100 sub! Its $100! People put $100 to but better kit in WoW, or pay a subscription to Habbo hotel to get extra clothes, features and furni.
Im closing this. Its turning into a flame war, and its quite apparent that its only General who doesn't like it.