biological evolution doesn't mean linear progress or advance in social thinking. the final stage of capitalism is no better than a feudal form of exploitation. religion is but one of many tools for narrative / vision control.

human beings, however, have innate capability to think or feel critically though it's not always fully developed and demonstrated as it's always suppressed and discouraged by the establishment.

modern technologies, from printing press to internet, certainly can help popularize alternative ideas faster and easier, and empower the dominated population. discovering that you're not alone or small minority in thinking / feeling critically is absolutely inspiring.