I knew I would get hate even for just trying to help. Not saying it was from you, but clearly from the downvotes I've upset some people. But I felt it was better to throw it out there, in case it does help someone.

It was not from me, I assure you. The advice may not have been entirely relevant to me, but I did appreciate it. :)

I'm sorry the world you're inheriting sucks.

I am grateful to you for saying that.

It's still better IMO today than in the past,

That really depends in what way one is referring to, as well as in what country/region.

and better in the US than other places.

That actually depends on the country: better than a lot of developing countries? Most certainly. But there are a lot of developed countries with far higher indexes for freedom, (lack of) child mortality, civil rights, education & literacy, and economic prosperity. America actually ranks pretty damn low for all of those values.

But I'm an immigrant from a developing country, became a citizen 5 years ago, so that definitely colors my perspective.

I can certainly see how that would affect one's perspective. If your life is better, I'm happy for you!