...because I can...and because I'm bored...and it's Friday, and...
The monthly photography 'contest' requires input from the majority of du members and not just members of the photography forum. Otherwise, ...what a circle jerk that would be.
I think GD gets the biggest cross section of DU viewers outside of meta...

(gratuitous shrug smiley)
If you have the time and inclination to weigh in each month, you should do so. If not, then don't click; just hide thread and move on.
Yay Friday! (gratuitous exclamation point)
TYY