Btw, Many misinterpret the meaning of the word Antihero and give their votes to xxx
That's why last year the "troll of the year" category was removed. In this case giving them any attention is already more than they deserve.
So it's likely that some of you will have to red tag me for being biased... because it would be a great example of me counting votes at my own discretion.
You're joking now, but be careful.
Technically, your Note says you can only ignore recently awakened or inactive posters:
You must have 50 merit or be a
full member or higher to vote ➥
Note.
Spambies and scammers can't be excluded at your discretion

what should I do if Satoshi asked to remove his candidacy from the vote? Refuse him?
Ask him to sign a message

And send my regards

If he decides to vote, I suggest to double the weight of his vote. We owe him that.