Winstun, you're one to talk about evolution! You're proof of Darwins theory that we evolved from monkeys. Unfortunately you missed a few of the steps in the chain of evolution and your nuckles are still dragging along the ground.
Whether its in the Middle East or in Australia, direct tracking can be a good thing SOMETIMES, but there are a lot of times where military restricted areas or traffic load make blanket direct tracking a very dangerous practice.
One question Winstun, have you ever been in an ATC centre and sat with a controller for a shift. If after doing that, and seeing all the things going on other than talking to aeroplanes, you still feel the same way then so be it.