At best, the USD is a connecting train you ride to get to a better store of value.

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 YES 

 That is precisely what it is. Unfortunately, as we denominate in it, our inputs and outputs have become increasingly skewed. That is to say, our compensation is outpaced by costs, so it's like the operators forget a load of your luggage on the connection.