They are not. If you claim you want someone perfect,

you are the naive one. If you are not perfect, how could you demand anything perfect? There are enough countries where the powerful ones can have control without check and balance. That's why generally speaking a weaker party in power will at least pose themselves to approach general public, and seek for a more balanced approach. 依附强势 sounds so beneficial, but really what do you gain? You are a member in a loose minority group. What benefits educated new immigrants more? Innovative technology and diversified interest, or traditional industry and more military actions? Go figure.