I agree Steemit has changed a lot recently, it feels like there is a lot more discontent around reward distribution.
Your rules are perfectly valid and almost go without saying! Any lazy copy/paste comments begging for upvotes add no value to the platform and tbh deserve a flag.
It's a shame having a monetized platform attracts so much noise from spammers.
I honestly feel if everyone would just relax we can make this place freaking awesome. Im glad you see my POV and I hope we cross paths again.