Yah, seems like a no brainer. Yet this same message could have been written 50 years ago and somehow, we still haven't turned it around. The democratic process is a good one, as long as you have educated voters and candidates that truly represent what is right. These days your vote isn't for what is right, it is your chance to pick the lessor of two evils. Unfortunately, even the "better choice" is a turd.
I like the idea of buying up some acres somewhere and taking the American Flag with us. We'll remove all but one star and start over. Those who wish to be part of America again can petition to join and have their star added to the flag. The first ones to ask about our Welfare policies will be shot on site. Those asking about them in a foreign language will be shot twice.