You can only control your future, well somewhat. Certainly cannot control the future of this country though. Yes, lots of crap is going on and we sure are not as free as we would like to think we are. I am working to make myself free and the life I want though and hope my family and friends can do the same, so when the time comes, I can sit back and eat popcorn and watch the show or lend a helping hand where I can. And I do not agree with everything you say because I chose to believe in hope, but it was so well written I have to give you an upvote. My whole pennies worth.