while @ned brought the concept forward .. he's been very clear that Steemit Inc .. leadership and staff .. will not be involved. They are providing seed money, once further fundraising is done that influence will be watered down.
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Still though, if at any point a direction is needed choosing between the interests of a private company in dire straits and the interests of the community or the in the interest of the future of the platform, such a seed could go a long way in shifting loyalties.