I agree completely and whilst I respect a lot of the early members for the content they produce and their efforts in building a platform that we can all share and enjoy, I would also agree that in the long run this may be a positive to them as well but the most important thing in my opinion is allowing new members the opportunity to succeed as well.
We are suffering in the real world from those who built our modern world in the way it is holding on tightly to all of the power they have amassed so to see that steemit is turning away from this is a very welcome change in my opinion and gives me a little sense of pride at being part of this community!!