You incorrectly assume it will be due to Core node runners switching to Knots.
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semantics. whether they flip or come online fresh is still a result of core’s behavior. core has a PR problem
We should thank Core Devs, their arrogance and corruption. Has convinced so many of us who previously weren't running nodes that wait actually we have a responsibility to this network and we have a responsibility to fight against spam and bad actors who want to destroy or misuse the blockchain for spam