It's apparent that Core is still dominant because it has "first movers" advantage, it has funds and/or connections to spread propaganda and that it controls the oldest communication channels.
I strongly believe that this could be countered by creating a transparent Bitcoin fund with the goal of distributing BTC among the developers who contributed to Classic on a yearly basis.
For this to be successful, it needs the participation of about 6 trusted members of the Bitcoin community and the support of users and businesses who want Satoshi's vision to be preserved.
I wonder what you think about this idea.