Don't forget that each of the Governing Body was indoctrinated for decades prior to reaching that position. They honestly believe it to be the truth, and that they are benefiting people.
It is possible that some of the current GB have come to realise they are not directed by Jehovah (as occurred to R. Franz). However, it is a very difficult thing to leave. The GB have one of the powerful roles on earth (amongst their peers). They have accomodation, meals and cleaners and chauffers provided. They travel the globe. They are looked up to as the very hand of God, his direct spokesmen, receiving what borders on idolatry from many JW's. Imagine at the age of 60+, with no education, no "worldly" friends and no financial backing leaving that and starting a new life.
JWFacts hit the nail on the head.
It is very difficult to leave. The enitre cultish religion is designed to make it extremely hard on a person to even fade away. I have a wonderful friend who is trapped in this way, and he agonizes on a daily basis about the whole thing. Now just imagine if you were actually at Bethel with your entire life wrapped up in it....that would be exceedingly tough. That is what makes Ray Franz's move all the more remarkable. I would say there are hundreds, if not thousands of people in positions of great responsibility in circuit and district work, and at bethel homes all over the world who have had their awakenings and feel completely trapped. I also believe there are propably at least a couple GB members who feel this way. Being that close to the action...to the decision making process... you would almost HAVE TO KNOW it is a farce. It is for this reason I hold the GB 100% accountable for this entire mess.
It's a sad state of affairs, but I do see a crack in the armor. I honestly believe the core foundation of the WT is beginning to show its cavernous weaknesses. Their will always be dillussional people, and the simple and uneducated who will want to be a part of the WT world, but the intelligent and socially normally population of the JW ranks are all coming out - slowly but surely...the great Exodus is well on its way.
The Oracle