re: re:I remember....
"IF he had been listened to, and his ideas had been utilized back when he was alive, where do you think we would be today?"
The focus on Tesla has more to do with religion, than science.
And I think there was no shortage of people who listened to Tesla. As far giving him more money or making him into a powerful politician, I don't think the results would have been an improvement.
I think if there was any missed opportunity, it was due to Tesla failing to communicate them- meaning the fault is solely due to Tesla.