Yes, the nrst does take away a major tool of the pols controlling us.
Put it this way...
Do you really think these politicians are going to relinquish ALL of their power by choosing not to support the nrst - and subsequently being voted out of office in favor of an nrst supporter?
Your analysis fails to recognize the numbers of people and the rate of growth of the nrst.
Just an observation...2 groups who will NEVER support a nrst are the working-poor and those on a fixed income (Welfare, SS, retired). That probably sinks you right there, not to mention a host of other problems.