The politician cares most about the next election cycle, not the liberty and security of the electorate.
The corporate board cares most about quarterly numbers, not long-term sustainable growth, as a consequence of corporate charters and shareholder obligations.
HIVE spammers and abusers care about liquidating HIVE for a quick buck instead of building a long-term platform.
Unfortunately, this high time preference pervades society. The most we can do is set an example by our choices and actions in contrast to these wider trends.