The entities in power want a cheap obedient labour force. They don't want expensive stellar performers as much as they want low salary employees with a sword of

The entities in power want a cheap obedient labour force. They don't want expensive stellar performers as much as they want low salary employees with a sword of Damocles hanging over their head. H-1B coupled with employment at-will is a powerful combination to keep the H-1B employee in control.