Although I should expect it, I'm usually surprized when it happens because I find it hard to believe the world is falling so fast. I guess it seems every time I turn around something new yet similar to this is happening.
I've noticed the same thing lately. It seems like the restraint is being lifted.
I noticed that Roman history is also being rewritten. I enjoy ancient history and try to catch some of the programs about ancient Greece and Rome. Rome's reputation is being rehabilitated. It is no longer the decadent, brutal civilization of Seneca, Cassius Dio and Pliny. It has become a glorius civilization in which the people prospered in freedom. Even Nero has become a poor misunderstood genius.
And, thanks to public education, we have a bunch of mush-heads eager to lap up the latest studio-created history.
Now what could possibly be the reason for rehabilitating Rome? Hmmmmm.