For several reasons, starting your own nation would be the best
option if you want real change real quick (before the singularity).
Otherwise, prepare for sometimes decades-long struggles for
usually very modest changes.
> The bottom line is that most of us are smarter than most of them.
> That implies power. If we utilize this empowerment to create power-with
> in our society, the tantalizing possibility exists to create a utopia
> rather than a "Brave New World".
Yes, it's such a shame that all these people are at the brink
of enlightenment, but for some reason don't make the final step.
Transhumanism linked to a practical (based on facts) socio-political
worldview would be unbeatable, the best ideology ever. For example,
wealth and power are extremely important to reach "higher" goals,
or even to simply survive the coming changes, so let's stop treating
them as "dirty" words. The meek shall inherit the earth (if they're
lucky) - the bold everything else.