Do those long time devs and business people realize they are threatening the chain by not speaking out against an individual who is okay with centralizing the chain? Do they realize how that puts everything built here (including their businesses) at risk?
v0.22.5 was implemented as part of a sybil attack and complete take over of the Steem blockchain using lies and deception with centralized exchanges (who have since reversed their stance). By supporting that, it signals to voters what you think is acceptable as a witness for the Steem blockchain (complete centralization and take over). That, I can not support.