I'm pretty hopeful things will get better @joeyknowsbest, as it's got to the point where so many people are fed up and they're not going to sit around and allow the once-great Steemit to be taken over by selfishness and a-holes!  At least, judging by the response to this one post alone it's clear as day that it's a big issue, and I'm aware of several people already thinking of how they can play their part in restoring the greatness.  If we all do our bit and not let these issues carry on, there is much hope!