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That proves itself: A deflationary currency can't replace the dollar, because the dollar isn't deflationary. However, the present system is perhaps not the onl
by jpttsn 13y ago
That proves itself: A deflationary currency can't replace the dollar, because the dollar isn't deflationary.
However, the present system is perhaps not the only possible system. Some alternative schools of thought in economics see possibilities beyond systematic inflation.
- philwelch 13y agoThat's like saying "some alternative schools of thought in biology see possibilities beyond evolution" or "some alternative schools of thought in climatology see possibilities beyond anthropogenic climate change".
- jpttsn 13y agoAnd in astronomy, to possibilities beyond the geocentric universe. Alternative theories can be wrong or right. Don't oppose them because they're alternative: oppose them where the evidence compels you to.
- philwelch 13y agoDone and done. Unfortunately, I've already used up my lifetime allowance of time spent arguing with cranks, so I have zero time left for goldbugs.
- fthssht 13y agoOh man that sucks. Good thing nobody cares about your close minded egotistical arrogant thoughts anyway.
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- fthssht 13y agoRight on! The established theories are all 100% right.