Violent revolution and regressive dystopia seem to be necessary impetuses (impeti?) for social progress throughout history. It would be nice if we could avoid t

Violent revolution and regressive dystopia seem to be necessary impetuses (impeti?) for social progress throughout history. It would be nice if we could avoid them, but will that really be possible when there are so many vested interests supporting the status quo? It's hard to pull roots without disturbing the soil.