That Keynesian economics was soundly destroyed once and for all when it could not account for the Stagflation of the 1970’s and that it is still being tried is quite a testament to the arrogance and ignorance of those who still believe government spending can end recessions/depressions.
A nation that is not steeped in its history is easy prey for winsome con men.
The pied piper has led giggling children to the edge of the cliff. Will they excitedly jump with him because he tells them they can fly?