@theycallmedan When I read articles like this I feel bad. It's unfortunate but not all of us have big pockets in real life or rich whale friends. Some of us actually live off this platform by cashing out "insignificant" SP hence the powerdown.
I believe in steem and I know one day things will get better in this country so that I can let my crypto Investments grow.
In the meantime, I work hard and withdraw 1/3 to survive and pay for internet so that I will be able to contribute more 😣
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