Are we placing more value on creating good content than on things like successful trades? By definition trust has nothing to do with posting good content or being a higher ranked member. There are lowly ranked members with more integrity than half of DT combined. Merit & trust are mutually exclusive and should remain so.
You do not understand 1 significant difference. Personal trust ≠ Trust network. You can have a good Trust network, but your personal trust can be 0: -0 / +0. Likewise, you can have high levels of personal trust, but does not have any sent feedback and configured by DefaultTrust your Trust network. What benefit will your inclusion in the DT-lists bring in this case?
In elections, users choose those who have a good Trust network!