I agree with the wealthy point; it even applies to the not-so-wealthy who are just trying to make their way and support their family and/or employees. However,

I agree with the wealthy point; it even applies to the not-so-wealthy who are just trying to make their way and support their family and/or employees. However, I do think a lot of people do care. It just doesn't end up mattering, because the people who have the means have been through so much red tape and related crap -- and usually have so many shareholders to report to -- that it's no longer a matter of their own priorities, it's a matter of perpetuating a business on which even more people depend. This isn't meant as an excuse, but a reason. We're not working on "big things" because as a species we have totally failed to prioritize our own global well-being and that of our world.