I am new to Steem, in fact this is my first comment, so forgive my noobishness, as it looks like I have a lot to learn.
One thing I did pick up on though, those people who at the the early stages of Steem who gathered large amounts of the currency, whom I believe you are calling whales? Should they not be rewarded for their foresight?
Excuse me if I am not fully aware of all the aspects at play here, it looks like this issue is a running debate in the community.
I think I am going to have fun here.
Thanks for letting me participate in this cool community.