Tragedies, theatrical tendencies, bella figura, and government changes.

Does Severgnini hit some nerves with this article "Italy’s recurring tragedy, The quest for «bella figura»"? What is your opinion?

There is a theatrical tendency in Italy, which is part of our charm and at the root of our problems - and not just on the high seas. But things are changing, at last.

http://www.corriere.it/cronache/12_gennaio_19/concordia-severgnini-...