I don't think it sounded like a rant, and even if it was, who cares?
you don't say where you are. somehow I think it is europe.
in the states, ATC will get all over your case if you aren't at the right speed...except:
once past the outer marker, speed is really your choice, at least in the reasonable range for your type of plane.
now, in KSFO, the winds are so nutty, as you go down, your speed may change significantly (ground speed) and you see compression on final.
you also have to acknowledge that there are a lot of new pilots out there...you know the 300 hour and get hired at some place...but I won't go there.