> They’ll believe anything the establishment tells them because 
  > they spend more time in school following directions and going 
  > “by the book” - they excel at this.

Grade A satire. I, of course, have yet to meet anyone with an advanced degree who trusted "the book," as such naivete is the surest route to frustration. Critically evaluating received wisdom is essential to surviving grad school... As is learning to play politics to satisfy the hidebound whilst pursuing your own goals.