After only two days of in-depth research, I've come to the same realizations as you. I also see Hive account@gyro's point though, the community is there if we look for it. Despite the lopsided power issues, it is still an amazing platform. I'm seeing more and more of the journalists and bloggers I follow on mainstream platforms moving here, so I'll stay for that alone.
I'm also noticing all of the sleazy, self-promoting posts, but amidst all the dross are a lot of gems. Take your post for example ;) I hope you keep at it. I'll be following you.