Yes, this cyclical bullshit is ridiculous. People continue to trust authority simply because it's authority. It's our Achilles heel. The only way that would work is if we were in a world of a much higher consciousness where the mere idea of harming another due to selfish motives, isn't even comprehendible - except for studying history.

People have no idea what kind of world we should be living in right now. "They" have withheld so much to keep us pre-occupied and productive. Life should be something we love, not hate or dread. This isn't the way, people.