They already become a part of the CCP's ruling machine and a new class of economic benefactors. Most of the co-called intellectuals are from the bottom of the society, economically and politically. Their main goal in life is to become part of the ruling party!

If there is any change in China, it must come from the inside of the CCP government. Most likely the younger generation of xxxxer CCP's top officials. Some of them still retain the independent thinking, the courage, and most importantly they are ignorance of materials and money.