Well, let me clarify the situation concerning the French scene. MOTW was a dead game as everywhere else in Europe something like six or seven months ago, but few people suddenly discovered an interest for the game at that time and try to build a little community using ggpo and eLive. As they are really vocal, even if they are a small number, the organizers wanted to give them a chance to have a tournament in a major event. A lot of people despise MK in France, that's a fact, but they're not trolling you with the poll.
By the way, have you got other trouble with the vote or is it fine now?