I don't think such genius is inhibited so much by distraction as it is by lack of support.

Either that or genius has coincidentally clustered around where the resources have been.

The world could be so much more vibrant if everyone was supported and nurtured.

In such a world, many might find much less need to distract themselves with trivialities.

I agree that support is crucial, but stand by the "danger" of distraction. Digital distraction is a drug, and like other drugs has pros and cons -- I don't mean to demonize it. But it cannot be ignored.

We've collectively arrived at point where we could have a post-scarcity society where the arts could be a driving force for so many of us. It's painful to see these possibilities and know that they are out of reach because of the sociopaths who have power over us.