@erikaflynn I have found steemit to be a microcosm of the real world, after all, we are dealing with real people from the real world, so why wouldn't it be.
From the beginning I have seen that steemit needs to be built on quality posting and quality curation, if it is to have a healthy growth. Anywhere there is money and power there will be those who will attempt to abuse, for their own gain. Lets just hope there is enough of us who don't game the system, to overpower the gamers.
So it is important for everyone to use their vote wisely when voting for witnesses, as I believe these are the people who will ultimately decide the future of the community.
Thank you for your work and time in highlighting these abuses.