Do you think any major progress (politcally, economically, socially) will be made in the United States soon?

I was talking politics w/ the gf yesterday and my point/view is this...In the United States we as citizens may never stand together and speak out or demand the changes that we feel are neccessary for our nation to prosper. The reason this is true is because there are SO many different groups in America. The Rich/Wealthy have the most 'Power', but the Rich dont want change b/c the current status quo keeps them Rich. The Middle Class is divided in the sense that some want action/change; but most feel complacent, like 'Hey, as long as i get my paycheck, and its enough to take care of my family, I'm not going to rock the boat'...The 'working poor' have Very Limited 'Power', but can mass protest...Everyone is just DIVIDED on ALOT of issues. Republicans/Demorcats, gay marriage, abortion, gun control, teen pregnancy, war on drugs, War overseas, border control, immigration, animal rights, oil company revenues, outsourcing, welfare, racial issues, religious issues, import vs export, domestic drilling...etc. There are just so MANY issues that can angrily divide us. I am a democrat, however I stand different on certain 'Democratic' views. So with so many voters, citizens so divided on so many issues, will we ever be able to stand United for a positive change in our country?? I mean gas prices have even gone down temporarily, but people are even complaining now about using some of the reserves...it's like, will people EVER agree?? Why or Why not?