What's interesting is that Hurtlocker is starting this discussion and it's being very well received. It's generating a lot of comments, and that helps shape Hive's culture (the set of unwritten rules).
For me, decentralization isn't just about being able to vote on proposals and control your own wallet keys.
I think the day Hive users, as a society, take on the role of police and judge, the network will be truly decentralized.
The very existence of Hivewatchers indicates that Hive's culture still needs to mature.