I strongly support your projects and you have my vote. However, there are two (of many) important factors that go in deciding whom to vote for -

a) Voicing your opinion and your opinion alone. Please, never stop. I vote for a lot of lower ranked witnesses who are lower ranked because they never get into the politics of it, and are always sincere. I appreciated your witness update, and the fact that it didn't simply preach to the choir du jour.

b) Taking calm, reasoned, and objective decisions not clouded by emotions or personal feelings. The witness is for the community, not the self. This is very important for me.

Unfortunately, your reaction to just a single vote is unbecoming of a top witness. This does not deserve a post or a rant. You're not alone, of course - indeed, Steemit is a community full of extremely emotional people, and aptly reflected by Steem witnesses. While this passion can be channeled to great creativity, I don't think it has any place in a position of governance. I say that objectively looking through a millennia of human history - every time personal feelings are dragged into governance it has led to major catastrophes. I'd also say a good sense of humour about these things is a must for me.

My vote doesn't matter, and I'm sure most current witnesses will disagree with my position, but I had to express this observation.

I wish you all the best and hope you continue. Should you choose to stop, please get in touch, I'll try my best to find solutions to keep them running.