Never mind that you're attributing to Forester what Gene said... so what? We all know this is true at least to some extent. Maybe 5% of MOTORISTS ARE UNAWARE THAT CYCLISTS HAVE THE RIGHTS TO USE THE ROAD OR THEY BELIEVE WE DO NOT BELONG, maybe it's 95%, or even 99%. Whatever the percentage, that doesn't preclude us from having those rights, and riding accordingly. In fact, the more we ride as if we have the right to be there, while at the same time riding in accordance with the rules, our duties, and respecting the rights of others to be there, the more we are treated accordingly, regardless of what they believe.

Now, again, I'm not opposed to more motorist education. But I am opposed to the contention that there is a "need" for motorist education in order for cyclists to be able to ride safely, legally, efficiently, and comfortably in traffic. I oppose that contention because I know it is not true, and this is confirmed by vehicular cyclists all over the country.