The establishment of the Dawnlight Nation was simply a muddled affair.
From the process to the "nation-building materials," it could be seen as a negative example; even after the establishment of the kingdom, various factions still thrived and infighting was incessant.
"But it's still much better than before..."
It's hard to say which is worse, anarchy or a garbage government, but for Mercury 42, currently embroiled in a plane war, "having a government" was a significant advancement.
"At least, our achievements are being utilized, our accomplishments remembered."
Researchers and technicians, having a government to serve, a nation and people living under some semblance of tokenism, ensured that their efforts had definite beneficiaries.
At least it wasn't a vague contribution to the world; otherwise, even beneath the same sky, few would acknowledge your dedication.
Yet, these weren't the people who changed the most; some had already sprung into complete action.