The system has been manipulated to make us think we have a choice and influence. We don’t.
Trump was the first with both intentions and power to change things. That’s why both parties hate him.
The “on” button activates the automated controls that fly the craft to a predetermined invasion point.
The “off” button does nothing. It is just there to give the occupants the false belief that they have some control of the process.
This is a perfect metaphor for the Democrat and Republican parties.