This is a discussion paper in response to Tjark’s Contributor Fund document. The views expressed here are strong opinions loosely held, and I expect my views to change as the discussion matures. I participate in the PoolTogether community because I'm aligned with PT’s core values. Openness and autonomy differentiate PT from traditional finance, while positive-sum, secure, fair, and fun also differentiate PT from... many other things in crypto that I avoid talking about in polite company....