interesting point of view, little things like that can have a big impact.

Steem is short for esteem In an interview with the @dollarvigilante @ned said

I think vote does have some connotations to popularity etc, in the end it should be a reflection if you regard or respect the content...

**verb (used with object)dictionary http://www.dictionary.com/browse/esteem

1. to regard highly or favorably; regard with respect or admiration:
   I esteem him for his honesty.
2. to consider as of a certain value or of a certain type; regard:
   I esteem it worthless.
   3.Obsolete. to set a value on; appraise.

noun
4.favorable opinion or judgment; respect or regard:
to hold a person in esteem.

1. Archaic. opinion or judgment; estimation; valuation.**