While a very, very, few people focus their attention on higher things, advancement of technology, knowledge, science, freedom, etc, the vast majority just seem to be lowered to the level of animals, seeking only food, sex, and amusement.
Could it be we have devolved so severely because, quite simply, the many with their brutish desires and drives, to which they are slaves, just outbreed the hell out of anyone who strives to preserve beauty, dignity, and honor?