Isn't this just the same old story, similar to the busker who earns just a few dollars even though his musical skills are as good some pop star who makes millions? Why does fortune so favour some over others? Where there is no obvious game rigging going on, the only answer I can give is that the clue is in the word 'fortune': Some are just less fortunate than others.
I dont know anything about vote rigging.
I'm just pointing authors who don't vote but get lots of rewards.
They should vote more often don't you think? Regardless of the reasons steemit needs more active voter especally those who are able to receive so many.