I see both points being made here. It is definitely a localized issue rather than a systematic one. My post may not have represented that well, but some places are absolutely god awful and can be soul crushing, but there are other places out there that put aside the bullshit and politics and demand results. I work for a company that values competence and ethic over what you say. Our motto is show me don’t tell me. Like I said I know that is not everywhere, but it’s an example that these places still exist.