They see themselves as noble heroes emulating Thoreau,ML King and Ghandi.
Their history lessons come from comic book versions that shows men looking like Roger Ailes and Rush held at bay by courageous diverse young people who will win the day and save the earth from eco disaster. I actually saw a children’s show on TV once just like that. Now the kiddies are grown up (physically grown up, that is).
Thanks for the comments. I agree with your take on it.
I’m almost afraid to look at the Saturday morning cartoons these days.