I'm still in awe at the idea that YOU can;t censor ME. It's just really cool to know that and freeing. You can't BAN me. IT gives me [ and others, i'm sure] a certain confidence.
I think the mute button is enough protection from a lot of abuse but I'm sure many disagree.
On a broader sense, Steemit must attract a wider audience/ Bring them in for the money, make them stay for the community ;)