I definitely agree with michaelochurch to avoid being a PITA, being right that project will fail isn't productive professionally or personally. Being the person

I definitely agree with michaelochurch to avoid being a PITA, being right that project will fail isn't productive professionally or personally. Being the person to tell a smoker that they are likely to get cancer isn't helpful to them or you. If you're going to stay around pick something that you think is the most important function/feature and make sure that it is amazing. There is almost always some smart people around and some new things to learn. Taking responsibility for things over which you have no authority will make you miserable and crazy. Find out where your authority stretches and make the most of that area leads to amazing developments. I can predict that the education system will continue to suck tomorrow and there isn't much I can do about it but tutoring a few students at my local school can really make a difference in their lives.