Whether it’s a pleasant truth or not, the fact remains that when the team had more direct control and power, they did nothing to stop this person. On the contrary, they allowed him to run unchecked, enabling him to amass the treasury he now wields to influence votes. So, while pointing fingers may not solve anything, the blame undeniably lies with the foundation.
By failing to veto his candidacy, and because he has the tokens to secure election, he will gain a position that will undoubtedly be exploited to its fullest. He will drain every last ounce of legitimacy from that role to bolster the credibility of his project and in the process damage Astar even further.
How can the rest of the council not see that?
In this here thread Introducing the Community Council says the council will be able to manage assets and support projects within the ecosystem how long do you think it will take him to try and divert funds to neurolanche?