There are depths of evil to which we have not yet sunk.
Yes, much evil is present.
You might want to take note of the fact that we remain the most free and just nation in the world in spite of the evil.
There may come a day when we need to take up arms to replace our government. But this is such a drastic measure, reform is much more desirable if there is any way possible. Just look at the carnage and devastation of our civil war.
And surely you would not advocate using terrorism as a means of reforming or replacing our government?
Quite honestly I wonder if there are enough civilized people who are willing to risk everything and fight if it does come down to that.
Not even in the top 10 for economic freedom.
We're not as bad as Mexico, but there are dozens of nations with less corruption than we have among police and public officials.
For reform, I advocate breaking the morale of our opressors. We are between the ballot box and the ammo box. Guns are a last resort for personal defense - they are not an effective tool for change. Community presure on public officials is the place to start.