So what exactly are witnesses? From my understanding, they have something to do with the value of Steem, but it's all a bit confusing.
Who should I vote for? Why are we voting? What powers do witnesses have over everyone else? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Also, on that note, what's the deal with Steem? How is it generated, what makes some upvotes worth more than others, and how does one get to that level?