You were likely removed as a moderator because you had not posted in 3 months. Under IHUB new rules I believe you have to post at least twice in a 2 month period or they can remove you as a Mod. From the IHUB handbook. "Why was I removed as Moderator on this board?
If you are an inactive Moderator, there is a utility that removes all Moderators who have not posted on the stock boards in more than 60 days."
If someone tries to convince you to buy a stock they usually have a personal agenda to do so. Not because they are concerned about you making money but about convincing you to buy so they can make money. Same is true for those yelling sell.