Wow. I just read through all the comments. I don't know who is right or wrong. But what is certain, is this will create fear. Fear in those who are interested in posting and those who want to continue to participate. Drama is caustic.

We all want Steem/Steemit to succeed. That is the common thread. Creation of fear is in opposition to our collective goal. Time to put our big-boy/girl pants on and compromise a bit. Perhaps a little bit less downvoting and more upvoting, not downvoting out of emotion, but rather for content. Worrying less about policing how much someone makes, and instead promoting those who contribute the best. Just my 2 cents.