I had hope until our president invaded our neighbor. But I agree, things like more or less free communication, better educated population and politicians that a

I had hope until our president invaded our neighbor. But I agree, things like more or less free communication, better educated population and politicians that are at least held accountable by their western counterparts and the rise of the global economy will most likely improve things for the better rather than worsen the situation. Your analysis is spot on though as a lot of our 'misery' is engrained in our culture and that simply takes more/longer to change than merely switching government.