Story of PH lol. I get what you mean about how people in-charge are so thoughtless most of the time.
But yes, there's still hope. People's mindsets are gradually changing. Many Pinoys are taking measures to be more self-sufficient, like with urban farming; and becoming more environmentally-aware, financially literate, health-conscious, etc.
I agree. I noticed that many Pinoy bloggers here on Hive have a more progressive view of reality and how we can improve the situation we are in. Before it was really difficult to educate the youth on the environment, financial literacy, and health. Now, they are discovering it by themselves. Hopeful talaga ang ipinapakita ng next generation. Just need to point them in the right direction.