@NiveusLepus: In middle school, high school, and my freshman year of college, US History teachers made sure to share that and open discussion about it in classes.
@NiveusLepus: Alas, it's too profitable to do exactly what he warned of, and the masses are too gullible and credulous.
I am reminded of another good quote..
Be careful when you follow the masses, sometimes the M is silent.