I think that unfortunately most will have to get sooo close to losing it all that they won't have a choice, its only then that they'll fight back, and of course too late in most cases...

This goes for the West, even modern, technocratic states can be way more flexible and manageable in other regions of the world. I've got some experience with that, but will keep digging for at least anecdotal info for a handful of countries going forward.