More people need to leave the culture of consumerism behind in order for any meaningful change to happen.

Probably true. I'm not going to argue; I also feel that consumerism is generally harmful to society.

Cyclists are putting themselves and everyone else at a greater risk when they decide to try and share the road with motor vehicles. [citation needed]

I, too, once thought being forced to slow down and pay attention to my surroundings would put people in danger, but I have since grown into an adult with children and neighbors I care about. Why do you think roundabouts are safer and less congested than traffic signals? I'd be extremely unsurprised if road sharing actually made them safer overall.

Cyclists are putting themselves and everyone else at a greater risk when they decide to try and share the road with motor vehicles. [citation needed]

Keep telling yourself that if it helps you sleep at night. I, too, once thought being forced to slow down and pay attention to my surroundings would put people in danger, but I have since grown into an adult. Why do you think roundabouts are safer and less congested than traffic signals? I'd be extremely unsurprised if road sharing actually made them safer overall.