I agree with you on the premise but not on the motives. People who hold the money/power don't want to lose it. Quick (big) changes are a huge risk to their pos

I agree with you on the premise but not on the motives. People who hold the money/power don't want to lose it. Quick (big) changes are a huge risk to their positions. Hence, we get slow gradual changes instead. It really is that simple to me.