I’m saying throwing away recognition won’t solve the problem. Software developers don’t do it for nebulous “recognition” they do it to solve problems. Hiding away won’t solve anything; it’s hiding, it’s running away from the problem, it’s being a coward and refusing to solve a problem head on. What’s worse is having the means to help solve these problems and then refusing to act. That’s why the world is teetering on tyranny.

Correct. An adversarial environment dictates the rules of engagement, not what 'should' be, unfortunately. Since a system of support is available by anonymous payment, and the software can be reviewed openly - the right thing to do as plebs is to support developers' efforts where possible, imho.