It's all about the people. The content is just a conversation starter.
I have some entire articles on this ;)
Long story short, I'm depleting my voting power at an alarming rate having discussions about the future of the platform that just 3 months ago was something to drop a tip on and see what happens.
It is amazing isn't it? My first three or four months here amounted to very little financially but, I was building some really good friendships, relationships, audience. Many are still here posting much like I am. That network, the feeling that someone cares if you are here or not is what keeps many people engaged.
This is why something needs to be done as the spammers are stopping many of the interactions that kept you here. Again, I don't know what the answers are and even when witnesses like @timcliff mention these ideas, rarely are they going to get traction in the for they are presented and the discussions go on a while.
I understand the rage (although not necessary) but think about all the cool things you have learned and will learn on this platform that would have been missed if you decided to only drop your bet comments. There are values here that go beyond Steemit also and being part of the conversations (even when nothing changes) adds a level of connection that most miss out on because they decide, 'it isn't my area'.
Talk soon :)