We all know about the successful revolutions, because they were successful. But comparatively, the "elites" have traditionally mopped the floor of the masses. In modern times, I think such an overt act by govt could not be successfully resisted, except in a handful of places... and, being a member of this site, I'm sure you know why.
There are some Czars that might disagree.
Push hard enough, and eventually the masses do something.
The more it takes to get them going, the worse it gets .