I agree, but to be a little more precise: throughout history the rich/elites have lied to civilian populations so they would go along with money making war activities.
What is sad now in the USA is that there are very few politicians who speak the truth and very few news outlets that don't just cooperate in the propaganda.
What is sad now in the USA is that there are very few politicians who speak the truth and very few news outlets that don't just cooperate in the propaganda.