Re:What's the point? (Score 1)

Because we aren't going to remain at this technological level forever. Things are going to keep going, and they're going to keep getting more complex. Not only does the average person make toast and watch TV, but they also form opinions on this sort of progress. Governments, generally comprised of non-technical people themselves, listen to those opinions (at least in theory) and act on them. Angry mobs with pitchforks, torches, and a complete lack of appreciation for the way the world works are a bad thing.