You don't deserve to win more than every other entrant.
THIS is why people throw around the word "entitled" when describing young people. (Well, one of the reasons. )
And yes, they often check ids.
If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it?
These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.