[Dazrin]

As issybird and CRussel noted the issue is more about participation than about voting style. If someone chimes in* and says "I would participate if the voting were hidden", I think we should seriously consider changing it. If no-one does that, then I don't see a reason to change it.

JSWolf, I know you prefer the hidden votes, I understand your reasons even though I don't agree with several of them, but you participate either way which is great. Thank you! We also need to hear from those people who don't participate because of the visible vote (or wouldn't participate if it was hidden).

* Feel free to PM me if you want to remain anonymous.