Regrettably, I think too many people feel the need to manipulate the rating system to reflect what they think the rating should be. I have read posts in other threads where up-rating and down-rating are discussed for reasons other than the those covered in the rating guidelines, so I know it happens. Due to individual interpretation of the guidelines, and the fact that they're called guidelines, I think you'll find different opinions on when, and how, to apply those guidelines. So don't expect everyone to be on the same page when it comes to rating photos.