I just want to know if the versions they run still has the block steemit code in it.
other than that, DPoS works as intended. You guys signed up to a plutocracy, and just because some people don't like the outcome, doesn't mean it needs to be changed IMO.
Education is key - teach people why they should vote and not hold funds on CEX. Try to get Steem listed on non-custodial exchanges are very important actions
The block steemit part has been overridden with the overtake, it isn't possible to run that version any more.