@daringfireball I really think it is a vocal minority, and the vast majority are just waiting to see what happens.
Update: I think the homeowners association comparison works here too. I have been in a homeowners association. Like 80 to 90% of owners I stayed out of it. I figure 10 to 20% are really active, and 1 or 2% really want to take control and do things.
Our best association president was an old realtor who knew everything and just calmed everybody down.