Just because you CAN Doesn't mean you SHOULD!

Four months ago I actually became active on Steem so am still rather new but I have survived HF19, Flag and Whale wars, Character Attacks, exchanges going down and also seen/met amazing writers, content creators and all around good people. Most of my experiences have been positive on here and it's been one hell of a ride but there is a tipping point where the collective gets collectively sick of some things. I've read a few posts lately about everything from plagiarism, gaming scams and of course the .001 sbd deposits (thanks, I'll keep those as tips).

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I NEVER used to flag and apparently have unknowingly saved up my flagging vitriol for the truly deserving/vile which unfortunately has been rearing it's ugly head lately.

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I am someone with a vested interest in seeing this community flourish and grow and attract new users as well as retain and nurture those who have been here for a hot second or two. With that being said, if this is an "Ecosystem" it's time to do some weeding in our collective garden. Some lines should not be crossed and there is my .001 sbd opinion.

@stellabelle just uncovered the worst yet which absolutely needs to be wiped off of here, am not resteeming it but if you feel inclined to punch evil in the face check out her blog. Then feel free to flag the fuck outta the scumbag she called out, just saying some people abuse flagging bigtime and sometimes it's used for cleaning up the muck.
Also, one or two of my friends have fallen for the bogus dice games to have their accounts wiped out, be careful.
Just to add to this since am putting up a link I stumbled on steemvp.com , you can look up yourself and others (cough) on who your biggest supporters are or who has screwed you over. Let's Make Steem Great Again!

xoxo,
b.a.