I see in the near future a crisis approaching that unnerves me and causes

I see in the near future a crisis approaching that unnerves me and causes
me to tremble for the safety of my country. As a result of the war,
corporations have been enthroned and an era of corruption in high places
will follow, and the money power of the country will endeavor to prolong
its reign by working upon the prejudices of the people until all wealth
is aggregated in a few hands and the Republic is destroyed.

Just a quote from one of those bearded, do-gooders who thought "things" needed to "change". You know the type. They think they can actually make a difference...