why does the rep given individualy? why not creating a system where rep is given by a GROUP of individu, not just a sigle individu clicking and giving rep? that's rep stands for, you will get rep-utations if and only if 3 or more people giving you a vote?? hehe.. juzz a suggestions..
I think the problem is proliferated by the -1 addition to the rep system. I'd rather have a few people take red beatings than lots of people have inflated green rep. Notting