I think governments are interested in votes, and that education is definitely a political issue. No one is interested in innovation and shake ups and there are many in education happy to go along with status quo, unfortunately. I think that Italian universities not requiring a score or credit are on the right path - and paying on basis of family income is an amazing idea!!! I didn't know that. That would really break some cycles!
I agree with you. I hope that one day there will be better conditions and equal opportunities for everyone...