There would likely have to be a massive outcry of epic proportions from all us tiny fish collectively. But to whom? I don't begin to understand what goes on behind the scenes, who makes 'the big' decisions about how things work, but ... will it really change anything? I read Dan's post. Doesn't seem like there's anyone coming in with a magic wand.

The other thing you're dealing with is *human nature*, and it doesn't make a difference as to which platform you are on, you'll get the same personality types doing their same old personality type stuff - be that good people, aggressive people, or thieves.
The good people get sick of the taint so move on and for a while it is great, but then in sneak the others and you're back in the same situation just on a different site. I noticed this a *lot* on forums. Heck, we all know neighbourhoods have them IRL.

But don't lose you passion to change things for the better. You never know... :)