I think there are a few honest politicians. Most however, are as you describe. They are puppeticians with handlers. The honest ones are listening to a growing public pressure, inspired by the truth movement and influential individuals on you tube and steemit etc.
The very credible Catherine Austin Fitts (accounting whistleblower) has clearly demonstrated the extent of the ' black budget's black hole '.
Love what you are doing - keep slogging on! Will resteem too!