But, I will say that there is no conspiracy and the desire for respect is a desire all humans possess.
That is your belief, based on what? Your opinion? There are others who disagree with you and have more than that: they have posted links to websites, or titles of books, page and number, that expose a contradiction to your opinion.
If it's a matter of faith as to whose opinion is "correct," isn't it best to read curriculum material for yourself, listen to those who have actually taken coursework at teacher colleges and at least have some first-hand knowledge to back up that opinion before declaring those who don't agree with you may be kooks or over-reacting, or what not?
For myself, I have formulated my opinion based on personal experience, what I've seen and heard from others (i.e., Phyllis Schlafly, for example, though there are many others), and what I've read (i.e., curriculum and textbooks written for students at teacher colleges).
the desire for respect is a desire all humans possess.
Very true. But I don't have to respect everything that every person does. Nor do I have to respect immoral people, such as Hitler, Stalin, the man who just murdered the Wal Mart clerk, or those who do things to my children, behind my back.
You can't demand respect or compel it.
And I won't allow my children to be taught to respect sin.