So I was hashing it out, looking into stuff myself and noticed something that I've not seen anyone talk about.
Putt said he was going to get on a regular schedule to post updates.
https://voat.co/v/announcements/1944907
I will get on a regular schedule after this month by posting a GOAT statement on the 1st (or closest business day after) starting next month.
That was 11 months ago.
To me thats more fishy than anything else. I don't know or understand anything bitcoin. I don't care about what people say about his "tone" on a certain day. I don't even really care that he doesn't fix bugs too often. But saying you're going to do something (something this simple) and then just not doing it rubs me the wrong way.
Edit: Putts comment on this thread
https://voat.co/v/whatever/2526948/12650943
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PuttItOut ago
Problem is I don't have the time manage Voat as a business. I'd think that just keeping it up and running (mostly) would satisfy users but people always want more from me.
It's like people think I have nothing but Voat in my life and I'm just flat out neglecting it.
I can't do enough to satisfy this community.
Plus I'm burned out big time. I'd invite anyone to put the amount of hours I've put into Voat over more than THREE YEARS, not ever getting paid for a single one, writing a massive ground breaking framework to give the community a new voice (BY MYSELF), only to be met with an onslaught of criticism and anger and then to treat Voat as a priority.
It's not a conspiracy. It's rather simple.
Firevine ago
Hey brother, I'm glad you've posted. The people harping on and on and denigrating you have annoyed the shit out of me. Glad you're ok. I can understand being burnt out. I had a minor breakdown just the other day because I am as well. Something as simple as bumping my head sent me over the edge because of how much other crap is going on. Life ain't easy. I don't understand how some people handle the pressures of success.
If I had any idea what I was doing, I'd love to help.
I think a lot of people were just acting like doomsayers and other subversives, but there's definitely a lot who were genuinely worried about you and your well being, and additionally, the ramifications of losing this site. Losing Voat would be a major loss for the side of good.
Thanks for letting us know what's up. Take a breather and take care of yourself.