Totally disagree with this. We have a population obsessed with celebrity and who believe everything they read is true without questioning it to the point they're entirely obstinate in those beliefs. There are many, many countries in this world that view democracy as a legitimate responsibility.
Evidence: How many countries have elected a multiple failed businessman, known adulterer, accused rapist, noted racist reality TV show host as President, then believed everything he said despite all evidence (and rational thought) to the contrary?
And if there's gonna be a finger wagging for a "p" word that doesn't rhyme with analytics, I'll note this thread started it.