Twenty or thirty years ago you were correct. The problem is that you are comparing liberal arts degrees of yesteryear to those of today. The point about “honing critical thinking skills” glaringly illustrates the ignorance of the poster concerning most of today’s liberal arts curriculum.
You have a good point. I truly have no idea about what is being taught today in the liberal arts programs iu colleges and universities. I have no children, hence no grandchildren, so there is no reason for me to investigate the matter.
Of course, in my case, it’s more than 20-30 years ago, more like 45 years.
A good liberal arts education is far more valuable than a so-called "liberal arts" degree consisting mostly of mush. It's important not to confuse the two, and the former still exists.
In fact, it's best not to assume someone with a degree has learned anything at all. Care to evaluate the communication skill of the average Communications major?