Why are Americans so naive about our monetary policy?

Question

I find it disturbing that the middle class has been steadily shrinking since the 70's. The rich are getting richer and the poor more numerous. How can we get our politicians/media to address this issue? Incase you don't fully understand how our money system actually works please watch The Money Masters. http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-515319560256183936&q=the+money+masters&ei=yYR-SP2gDZ_g4AKPrtC-AQ

Answer 1

It takes a graduate degree in economics to fully understand the government's monetary policy.

Most people just tend to avoid learning the details and ask about the "bottom line".