It was always that way to some degree if you look back at our history. It doesn't require a large percentage of people to cause the tide to shift.
You have to remember that we made it through a Revolution and Civil War. I'm not saying it won't get messy, only that I think we will come through it better off. Fortunately, I don't think violence is necessary this time around.
I think our odds are better than they ever were for those before us. The enemy needs us to feel defeated. Don't give them that privilege.