I have to admit I haven't learned LaTeX myself yet, but I've been using LyX for a while now, which basically spits out compilable TeX. Processors like LyX (are there even any processors like it?) take care of exactly that barrier of entry.
I agree fully that advanced features in LaTeX are most likely more difficult to learn, but if the argument in the first place is the 'power' of the features, then LaTeX will win out regardless. It's like comparing vim/emacs to nano (in terms of 'power').
I agree fully that advanced features in LaTeX are most likely more difficult to learn, but if the argument in the first place is the 'power' of the features, then LaTeX will win out regardless. It's like comparing vim/emacs to nano (in terms of 'power').