Hahaha... To a great extent you are right. Monetized comments do make way for a civilized and fact driven comments thread, unlike some other social media platforms such as ☺️📕.. 😉

But isn't the very fact applicable to content producers as well?? Most of us on steemit try to bring in something new, something engaging; instead of brainless forwards that keep circulating on other social media sites.... After all who wouldn't like some crisp $$ bills 😜😜.. Peace