RE: Sometimes you have to know when to apologize.

I'm sorry to see you got a lot of backlash for being against those double dipping. Surprised at some of the backlash.

From the moment Justin bought in and began making his declarations, I knew I was out. Things just spiraled downward from there. I was so pleased when Hive was created, and haven't posted on Steem since. I don't understand a few things from those who do, especially those who either pretend nothing happened, or worse, somehow try justifying what took place, especially with the theft.

I go to Steem very little (mostly I went to finish my powerdown, which is done). But peeking around I was surprised at how many stayed (or dual posted). I can't imagine why anyone, after all Sun has done, would wish to help his numbers for activity. Why they would wish to endorse what he is doing every time they enter their keys and log in.

This grew even more troubling to me after he stole the Steem from several top accounts. Many of whom played a role in the new start we have here at Hive. At that moment, it should have been obvious to all that THE line had been crossed. It's similar to when a cop beats someone defenseless and the other cops just stand around pretending all is well. Reminds me of that meme where the dog is sipping a beverage saying all is fine while everything is burning around him.

I support(ed) your idea to withhold your votes, perhaps at times even giving a down vote depending on the person, to those still supporting Steem. I'm not one to do the whole downvote thing, think I may have 4 or 5 times since joining. But it's astonishing that so many think nothing of supporting someone who does this and then comes around here acting like its no big deal.

There are a few I know I will never up vote again, from the few times I've peeked around there (without logging in) and saw all the sucking up to get some of those power votes from Sun and his ilk. As far as I'm concerned, they are no longer part of my community. Their regard is for maximum profit (despite how little it really is that most comments and posts get) over acting for what's right.

I get at first that some were there just to milk as much as they could to transfer the wealth here. I have nothing against that. But if ones powerdown isn't almost over now to make that a worthless endeavor, then that speaks volumes about what one is willing to stomach as acceptable.

Sorry for the long rant. I identified (despite my low stake here) with your view, and hated to see so many not understand it.