diff --git a/db/migrate/20181101234459_disable_moderation_on_forums.rb b/db/migrate/20181101234459_disable_moderation_on_forums.rb
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+class DisableModerationOnForums < ActiveRecord::Migration[5.2]
+  def change
+    change_column_default :thredded_user_details, :moderation_state, 1 # approved
+  end
+end