I just joined this week, (I know... late to the party), but my short time on the platform is leading me to a similar conclusion.

I love the crypto world, and a content/curation reward system for the members rather than the fat-cats is an amazing idea. Unfortunately, as with everything else in life, a turd in the punch bowl ruins it for everyone.

Btw, water tower painting eh? Sounds like a cool profession. A couple friends of mine are in the "rope access" field; inspecting bridges, oil rigs, etc. I think they're crazy, but the compensation is hard to argue with.