Thanks for the feedback. After recognizing the riff raff that is rampant around here, I too stopped publishing original posts. I still engage in commentary because I know that there are still folks around here that want to see things improve.
Therein lies the glimmer of hope. Actions speak louder than words and it is a promising to see some of the users that care about the long term success of the blockchain calling for better governance. Because it's clearly not being done to the extent that it is needed by Steemit Inc or the Witnesses.