Many people have been loyal SA members for many years (in my  case - 8) and contributed numerous comments to discussions, which made  the SA platform more valuable. SA should balance their desire to cash in

with valuing contributions of their long-time members.

I agree. Many people have been loyal SA members for many years (in my case - 8) and contributed numerous comments to discussions, which made the SA platform more valuable. SA should balance their desire to cash in with valuing contributions of their long-time members.