In as much as bitcoin has been designed to function regardless of the government's stand on it, given a pop system of exchange. Its also important to note that government's influence is still heavily on the system and it rather acts as a double edged sword. In one instance, the critics brings about a gradual growth and acceptance while, should it be proclaimed acceptable, it would flourish at a fast pace. Local merchants and banks would be fully involved without fear or prejudice to bring the innovation to a broader scale.
Although, the knowledge of bitcoin or cryptocurrency empowers the common ma in a way that the government is not yet ready for.