Yes, I would still be here. The bonds and friendships I have made would keep me coming back and just really be enjoying myself. I may no longer put as much effort into what I write as there would be no need of hoping for votes. The platform would work more like a social media than a money grab or shady business.
I think too many people forget this is social media with monetary rewards as a bonus. Hundreds of thousands use Youtube and Twitter without rewards, so why would this place be any different for users trying to be social?